Looking back at 2025: A milestone of innovation and affirmation of the pioneering role of Vietnam National University, Hanoi.

The year 2025 marks a significant stage in the development of Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU), with many strategically important political events affirming VNU's determination for comprehensive reform and its pioneering role in the Vietnamese higher education system.

The Executive Committee of the Party Committee of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, term VII, 2025-2030, was introduced at the congress.

On July 17-18, 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) organized...The 7th Party Congress of the Party Committee, term 2025-2030With the theme “Innovation – National Responsibility – Breakthrough Development”, the Congress took place in the context of the country accelerating digital transformation and deep international integration. In this spirit, all cadres, Party members, scientists, lecturers, students, and pupils expressed their profound faith in the Party's leadership, while affirming their determination to build the Vietnam National University, Hanoi into a leading innovative university. The Congress set the goal of mobilizing and effectively utilizing resources; improving the quality of training, scientific research, and innovation; creating many high-value intellectual products that make practical contributions to the development of the country.

The Executive Committee of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, term VII, 2025-2030, was introduced at the Congress on September 29, 2025.

Continuing in this spirit, on September 28-29, 2025,The 7th Congress of the Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, term 2025-2030The congress recognized many outstanding achievements of the Youth Union's work and youth movement. The VNU Youth Union has built a comprehensive development environment for its members based on four key areas: character, vision, competence, and skills. Scientific research, innovation, and entrepreneurship movements continue to maintain a leading position among universities; volunteer and social welfare activities have been widely implemented, spreading the spirit of responsibility of VNU youth. The congress determined the direction for the new term with the goal of "VNU youth pioneering action - innovation - comprehensive development," focusing on improving digital skills, foreign languages, integration skills, and expanding international exchange.

Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) Hoang Minh Son and Standing Vice Director Nguyen Hieu presented Certificates of Commendation from the Director of VNU to collectives with outstanding achievements in the period 2020-2025.

October 1, 2025The 6th National Emulation Congress of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, for the period 2025-2030This event was organized to summarize the emulation movement for the period 2020-2025. The emulation movements have spread widely, fostering a spirit of solidarity, responsibility, and creativity among nearly 60,000 officials, employees, and students. In this new phase, VNU focuses on developing and building a team of elite intellectuals and pioneers in fulfilling social responsibility.

The Executive Committee of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi Trade Union, 7th term, consists of 15 members.

Closing out 2025, December 8-9, 2025,The 7th Congress of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi Trade Union, term 2025-2030The event was held solemnly, affirming the role of the Trade Union as a solid support for the staff, teachers, and workers; contributing to strengthening unity, creating consensus, and promoting the creative emulation movement, accompanying the sustainable development of VNU in the new phase.

Leveraging its role as one of the two leading centers for higher education, scientific research, and innovation in the country, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) is a pioneer in concretizing and implementing major policies of the Party and State. By 2025, VNU will proactively promote the realization of strategic goals outlined in important Central Committee resolutions, especially Resolution No. 45-NQ/TW on continuing to build and promote the role of intellectuals to meet the requirements of rapid and sustainable national development in the new period; Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science and technology development, innovation, and national digital transformation; and Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in education and training development. These are key orientations for VNU's development towards a research university model.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi has implemented many key programs and projects to attract, nurture, and develop elite human resources.

In the field of human resource development, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has implemented many key programs and projects to attract, train, and develop elite human resources. A prime example is:Policies to attract and support outstanding scientists;Project to invest in the development of outstanding scientists and strong research groups that meet international standards.;Program for the development of faculty and scientists in the period 2026-2031andVisiting Professor ProgramThanks to this, over the past four years, Vietnam National University, Hanoi has attracted nearly 500 PhDs, including many internationally renowned scientists in key technology fields, contributing to the formation of a solid human resource foundation for the country's strategic science and technology tasks.

General Secretary To Lam, along with other Party and State leaders, visited the Vietnam National University, Hanoi's (VNU) booth at the exhibition "Outstanding Achievements in Education and Health" on September 16, 2025.

In implementing Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) established a Steering Committee, developed an Action Program, and implemented an online reporting system based on KPIs to monitor progress. VNU identified the following:Eight priority technology sectors for investment in the period 2025-2035.Registered 02 national-level initiatives in the field of semiconductor microchips and quantum technology; and proposed 09 initiatives to master strategic technologies based on the "three-party" cooperation model: State - University - Enterprise.

Deputy Prime Minister Nguyen Chi Dung visits the Blife product booth – a communication support system for people with severe mobility disabilities – at the Science, Technology, Innovation and Digital Transformation Festival organized by the Ministry of Science and Technology on May 16, 2025.

Regarding education and training, on November 28, 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi issued...Action plan for implementing Resolution No. 71-NQ/TWand Resolution No. 281/NQ-CP, with the goal of developing into an elite university, a world-class research university, playing a core role in training national talents. VNU aims to be among the top 100 universities in Asia, with 2-3 fields ranking in the top 100 worldwide.

Announcement Ceremony for the Establishment of the Alliance to Support and Promote Training, Research, and Supply of High-Quality Human Resources for the Semiconductor Industry, November 27, 2025

Simultaneously, VNU continues to link research with practical needs, promote technology transfer, and expand high-quality training in key areas. 2025 also marks a significant milestone with the initiation and expansion of this initiative.Vietnam Semiconductor AllianceThis contributes to building a training-research-business ecosystem and affirms our commitment to working alongside the Government in developing the national semiconductor industry.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) continues to make a strong impression on prestigious world university rankings. On the RankingsQS World University Rankings 2026Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) maintains a stable growth trend, ranking in the 761-770 group globally and 158th in Asia. Key indicators such as Academic Reputation and Employer Reputation continue to receive positive assessments, reflecting the quality of training high-level human resources as well as the scientific prestige of VNU's faculty and researchers in the international academic community.

In the QS World University Rankings 2026, Vietnam National University, Hanoi maintained a stable growth trend, ranking in the 761-770 group globally and 158th in Asia.

LIVEQS rankings by fieldVietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has many subject groups and disciplines that have achieved favorable rankings. The fields of Engineering & Technology (451-500) and Social Sciences & Management (501-550) continue to maintain their positions in the top group in the region. Several training programs have recorded significant progress, notably Mathematics (301-350) and Accounting - Finance (301-375). These results demonstrate the increasing depth of research, the quality of faculty, and the level of international integration in each training field of VNU.

Furthermore, VNU Hanoi continues to affirm its commitment to sustainable development coupled with national responsibility.QS Sustainability RankingsVietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) is ranked 374th in the world, an increase of 27 places in the Knowledge Sharing criterion and 103 places in the Employerability and Job Opportunities criterion.

These international ranking results not only reflect the quality of training and research at Vietnam National University, Hanoi, but also contribute to enhancing the position of Vietnamese higher education on the global knowledge map.

The year 2025 marks a significant milestone in the development of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, with nearly 100 international conferences, seminars, workshops, and lectures being organized.

The 7th International Conference on Vietnamese Studies, themed “Vietnam: Sustainable Development in the New Era”, will be held on October 25-26, 2025.

Typical examples include7th International Conference on Vietnamese StudiesWith the theme “Vietnam: Sustainable Development in the New Era”, the conference was organized by Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) in collaboration with the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences. The conference brought together over 1,200 scholars from more than 30 countries and territories, becoming a prestigious international academic forum that promotes interdisciplinary research and contributes scientific arguments to national development policy planning, while affirming VNU's academic role in the field of Vietnamese Studies.

In 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi will organize many important international conferences and workshops in cutting-edge science and technology fields.

In addition, VNU organizes many important international conferences and seminars in cutting-edge science and technology fields. Notable examples include:International Workshop “Dialogue on Governance in Artificial Intelligence”, with the participation of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Technology;Seminar “Vietnam-China Higher Education: Opportunities and Challenges in the Digital Age”, in collaboration with Tsinghua University, to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries;First Hanoi Meeting International Conference on Quantum TechnologyThe discussion focused on building a quantum science and technology ecosystem for VNU and Vietnam.ISCIT 2025 International ConferenceOrganized by the Institute of Information Technology - VNU Hanoi, the HaFPES 2025 Forum brought together experts from 17 countries, with many works published in IEEE proceedings (WoS/Scopus), affirming the quality of research and the level of scientific integration of VNU Hanoi. In addition, the HaFPES 2025 Forum continues to be a prestigious academic space in the field of educational science. Furthermore, many other international scientific conferences in the fields of artificial intelligence, microchips and semiconductors, biomedical science, educational science, and environment were also organized, attracting the attention of the international academic community.

Within the framework of the State visit of the King and Queen of Belgium to Vietnam, on April 1, 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, in collaboration with the Wallonie-Bruxelles Delegation, KU Leuven University, and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, organized an event.Vietnam-Belgium academic event seriesThese activities include collaborative research workshops, high-level seminars on innovation, and in-depth workshops on digital medicine. These initiatives contribute to strengthening substantive and sustainable academic partnerships between Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and leading Belgian universities.

Through the organization of selective international academic activities, linked to priority areas and strategic orientations, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) continues to affirm its role as a hub connecting domestic knowledge with the global academic network, contributing to enhancing Vietnam's academic standing in the international arena.

In 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi will continue to strengthen strategic cooperation programs with leading universities, organizations, and businesses worldwide, focusing on substantive, in-depth, and effective collaborations.

Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru visited and interacted with students of the Vietnam-Japan University on April 28, 2025.

One notable highlight of the year wasVisit of Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru to the Vietnam-Japan University, VNU Hanoi.April 28, 2025. The visit demonstrates the strong interest and commitment of the Japanese Government to the Vietnam-Japan university cooperation model in training, scientific and technological research, and the development of high-quality human resources. During the visit, the wife of the Japanese Prime Minister, Ishiba Yoshiko, interacted with students from the Foreign Language Specialized High School, contributing to strengthening cultural and educational connections between the younger generations of the two countries, in the context of the Vietnam-Japan relationship being upgraded to a "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership".

Cooperation betweenVietnam National University, Hanoi and the University of TokyoTo be effectively implemented in 2025, the program will focus on academic exchange, joint research, lecture organization, and the development of high-quality human resource training programs in cutting-edge technology fields such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and new materials.

Leaders of Vietnam National University, Hanoi and Moscow State University of International Relations exchanged cooperation agreement documents.

VNU Hanoi is also expanding cooperation with other leading partners around the world. On May 10, 2025, at the Kremlin, in the presence of General Secretary To Lam and Russian President Vladimir Putin,Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and Moscow State University of International Relations (MGIMO) signed a comprehensive cooperation agreement., promoting training linkages, student-faculty exchanges, applied research, and organizing scientific conferences, especially in the fields of management and international relations.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh witnessed the signing ceremony of the student exchange agreement between Vietnam National University, Hanoi and Tsinghua University on March 2, 2025.

Cooperation with China will continue to be strengthened and expanded in 2025. On April 4, 2025, during the state visit of General Secretary and President of China Xi Jinping,Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and Tsinghua University signed a Memorandum of Understanding on establishing the “Vietnam-China University Network”., promoting cooperation in digital education, artificial intelligence, and advanced educational models; while expanding student and academic exchanges. Previously, on March 2, 2025,Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh witnessed the signing ceremony of the student exchange agreement between the two universities.This lays the foundation for extensive academic programs in the future. Cooperation between VNU and Peking University has also been strengthened, aiming to develop joint training programs, establish key laboratories, and promote innovation.

In the presence of General Secretary To Lam and South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min Seok, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) exchanged a cooperation agreement on August 12, 2025.

On August 12, 2025, in the presence of General Secretary To Lam and South Korean Prime Minister Kim Min Seok,Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) exchanged a cooperation agreement.This agreement lays the foundation for a diverse partnership, ranging from student and faculty exchanges to collaborative scientific research and interdisciplinary curriculum development, contributing to the concretization of the internationalization orientation of both universities' activities as well as the development of high-quality human resources.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and the National University of Malaysia have exchanged a cooperation agreement to promote educational and research programs serving the implementation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045.

On May 25, 2025, during the official visit to Malaysia and participation in the 46th ASEAN Summit by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, in the presence of Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim,Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) and the National University of Malaysia have exchanged cooperation agreements.to promote educational and research programs that support the implementation of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045.

Vice Rector of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Pham Bao Son, speaks at the Annual Meeting of the GMA Executive Board.

In particular, the past year marked a significant step forward for Vietnam National University, Hanoi in the field of digital education whenOfficially became a member of the Global Online Learning and MOOC Alliance (GMA).This opens up opportunities for extensive collaboration with leading universities worldwide in developing digital learning materials and innovating teaching methods.

The results of international cooperation in 2025 demonstrate VNU's consistent orientation in selecting strategic partners, prioritizing depth and sustainability.

In 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi will continue to promote a modern university governance model, mobilize and effectively utilize resources, and enhance its leading role in the higher education system, thereby ushering in a period of strong transformation and deep international integration.

Comrade Nguyen Hoa Binh, Member of the Political Bureau and Standing Deputy Prime Minister of the Government, worked at Vietnam National University, Hanoi on August 20, 2025.

Thoroughly understand and vigorously implement the Central Committee's Resolutions of 2017.The Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has urgently reformed and reorganized its structure to reduce administrative layers, streamline operations, and improve governance quality and operational efficiency. This organizational restructuring focuses on the goals of high-quality training, in-depth development, enhancing scientific research capacity, innovation, and international integration, while gradually forming an innovation ecosystem and supporting entrepreneurship.

Simultaneously, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) continues to innovate and improve its organizational structure and university autonomy mechanisms, both at the VNU level and within its member and affiliated units. The focus is on building a proactive mechanism to promote the development of revenue sources from service activities, while simultaneously strengthening the coordination and efficient allocation of resources to support the sustainable development of its units.

Consultation meeting on the draft Development Strategy of Vietnam National University, Hanoi for the period 2025–2035, vision 2045, November 21, 2025.

Along with reforming its governance model, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has issued mechanisms to attract, retain, and develop outstanding experts and scientists from both domestic and international backgrounds, building an open and creative academic environment, aiming to form an elite intellectual force to lead cutting-edge research fields. Inviting internationally renowned scientists to assume academic leadership roles further affirms VNU's strategic vision and determination in building an interdisciplinary research environment and international integration.

ThoseComprehensive institutional, organizational, and strategic development reforms are needed by 2025.This clearly demonstrates the determination of Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) on the path of autonomy and integration, making practical contributions to the development of science, technology, and higher education in Vietnam in the new era.

The year 2025 marks a significant turning point for Vietnam National University, Hanoi inInnovating training models linked to cutting-edge research.At the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, Vietnam National University, Hanoi continues to develop high-quality, talent-based training programs according to international standards, strengthen teaching in English, and link training with scientific research and innovation.

Conference summarizing training and science and technology activities in 2025, October 31, 2025

Last year, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) organized the enrollment and training of 162 undergraduate programs, 160 master's programs, and 116 doctoral programs. In accordance with Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW, VNU restructured its training orientation.Prioritize the development of human resources in the fields of basic science, engineering, and technology.especiallysemiconductors, integrated circuits, and key technologiesThe Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) is adjusting its academic structure to increase investment in STEM fields, while simultaneously developing interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral training programs, leveraging the combined strengths of its member universities, research institutes, and key laboratories. The restructuring of the curriculum system aims for a streamlined structure, reducing duplication, and clearly defining core basic science training areas linked to the traditions and strengths of each unit and the overall priority orientation of VNU.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) simultaneously sets high quality requirements for training programs adapted to the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Accordingly, newly launched programs must ensure a minimum foreign language proficiency level of 4/6 according to the Vietnamese Foreign Language Proficiency Framework, with at least 30% of the course modules taught in a foreign language, and undergo international accreditation after the first cohort graduates. This approach aims to ensure that graduates have the capacity for international integration and the ability to directly participate in the global technology value chain.

Along with maintaining a stable training scale, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) is promoting an increase in the proportion of postgraduate training, especially doctoral training linked to strong research groups and key laboratories. To strengthen the connection between research and training, VNU is implementing a system of key science and technology programs, creating a foundation for research groups to directly participate in training high-level human resources and solving major national problems.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) continues to affirm its role and academic prestige in fulfilling national tasks, especially in summarizing practical experiences, conducting theoretical research, and building a scientific foundation to serve policy planning. Many research works by VNU scientists have made significant contributions to the process of summarizing resolutions of the Central Committee and the Politburo, while also providing scientific and strategic arguments for the Party and State in policy consultation and critique. In addition, VNU actively participates in national and local planning consultation programs, contributing to shaping sustainable development strategies in many economic, social, urban, and environmental fields.

At the 18th Congress of the Hanoi City Party Committee, term 2025-2030,General Secretary To Lam emphasized the role of Vietnam National University, Hanoi as the nucleus of a "knowledge innovation hub".Leading the creative energy of the entire capital city, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has consistently played a central role in Hanoi's development, bringing together advanced scientific and technological values ​​and a high-quality team of experts, making significant contributions to the goal of building a civilized, modern, smart, and sustainable capital city.

On July 25, 2025, the Hanoi People's Committee and Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) held a working session to discuss and agree on key cooperation contents between the two sides in implementing Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo on breakthroughs in the development of science, technology, innovation, and national digital transformation.

In recent years, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) has signed and implemented numerous comprehensive cooperation programs with Hanoi City in the fields of smart urban planning, public administration, education, healthcare, environment, social welfare, digital transformation, and high-quality human resource development. VNU's team of experts regularly participates in policy consultations, social critique, and leads strategic research on urban development, heritage preservation, climate change adaptation, and urban spatial management.

To enhance the transfer of research results to serve socio-economic development, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) proactively invests in modern infrastructure, implements in-depth training programs, and develops key research projects linked to applied products. In particular, VNU is currently building a national microchip design, manufacturing, and testing center along with a shared laboratory system in Hoa Lac. By October 2025, VNU will have 48 strong research groups at the VNU level, including groups focused on basic research, applied research, pilot production, and commercialization, creating a crucial scientific and technological foundation for the development of a knowledge-based economy.

Signing of research and development contracts between Thaibinh Seed Group Joint Stock Company and the High-Tech and Innovation Park.

In 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) will implement numerous strategic cooperation agreements with major domestic and international corporations, focusing on research, training, and development of high-quality human resources in key technology fields. Many strategic cooperation agreements related to the content of Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW have been signed with these corporations.large corporations like LG Display (South Korea),Pegatron (Taiwan - China),HuaweiandGoertek (China), along with domestic corporations such asSun Group,CT Company,BRG,VNPTThese collaborative programs focus on research, training, and development of high-quality human resources for key sectors such as high technology, semiconductors, advanced materials, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation.

With the spirit of "Partnership - Innovation - Development," Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) continues to affirm its pioneering role in building a national innovation ecosystem, linking research with practice.

The year 2025 marks a particularly significant period as many member and affiliated units of Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) celebrate important traditional milestones and founding anniversaries. This is not only an occasion to express gratitude to generations of teachers, scientists, and students, but also to affirm the rich history, position, and academic prestige of VNU within the Vietnamese higher education system.

Many unitsThe Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) organizes solemn commemorative events and receives prestigious awards from the Party and the State.

Many training and research units of Vietnam National University, Hanoi organized solemn commemorative events and received prestigious awards from the Party and the State:The University of Social Sciences and Humanities celebrates its 80th anniversary, 30th anniversary of establishment, and receives the First-Class Labor Medal.Continuing its mission since its establishment in 1945, the institution aims to become a leading center for training, research, and policy consulting in the field of social sciences and humanities.The University of Foreign Languages ​​celebrates its 70th anniversary and receives the First-Class Labor Medal., playing a core role in language training and research, and in implementing national foreign language projects;The University of Medicine and Pharmacy celebrates its 5th anniversary, 15 years of tradition, and receives the Third-Class Labor Medal., further affirming the development orientation of a high-quality training and research center in the field of health sciences;The School of Management and Business celebrates its 30th anniversary and receives the Second Class Labor Medal.to recognize outstanding contributions to the cause of education and leadership and management training in Vietnam;The Institute of Resources and Environment celebrates its 40th anniversary and receives the Third-Class Labor Medal., further affirming VNU-CRES's reputable brand in research and policy consulting on resources, environment, and sustainable development;The Vietnam National University Publishing House celebrates its 30th anniversary and receives the Third-Class Labor Medal.Serving as a key academic publishing channel, contributing to improving the quality of training and research throughout the entire system; the Student Support Center celebrates its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of building a safe, friendly, and educational dormitory environment.

The High School for Gifted Students in Natural Sciences held a ceremony to celebrate 60 years of tradition of the specialized high school programs, 15 years since the school's establishment, and to receive the Second Class Labor Medal.

The High School for Gifted Students in Natural Sciences held a ceremony to celebrate 60 years of tradition of the specialized high school programs, 15 years since the school's establishment, and to receive the Second Class Labor Medal.The Department of Physics was awarded the First Class Labor Medal, and the Department of Mathematics was awarded the Third Class Labor Medal. Over 60 years of development, the University has affirmed its role as a cradle for nurturing talent in the fields of basic science and technology.

Alongside the commemorative events, 2025 continues to be a year of outstanding achievements for the team of scientists, lecturers, students, and pupils of Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU). Two VNU scientists - Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Duc (University of Technology) and Prof. Dr. Tran Xuan Bach (University of Medicine and Pharmacy) - continue to be ranked among the topThe group of 10,000 most influential scientists in the world., while maintaining his position among the most influential cited scientists globally for six consecutive years since 2019.

Scientists from Vietnam National University, Hanoi were awarded the Bao Son Prize 2024.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi is honored to haveThree scientists were awarded the Bao Son Prize 2024.The recipients include: Prof. Dr. Nguyen Dinh Duc (University of Technology, Vietnam National University, Hanoi), Prof. Dr. Furuta Motoo (Rector of the Vietnam-Japan University, Vietnam National University, Hanoi); Hero of Labor, People's Physician, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Luong (University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University, Hanoi). The Bao Son Award is a well-deserved recognition for persistent, creative, and highly applicable research efforts for the sustainable development of Vietnam.

The IMG Award Ceremony - For the Cause of Education, honoring outstanding teachers, scientists, and students, will be held on October 31, 2025.

On October 31, 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) organized...The IMG Award Ceremony - For the Cause of Education aims to honor outstanding educators, scientists, and students.Accordingly, Vietnam National University, Hanoi awarded prizes to two outstanding lecturers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Manh Tri, Faculty of Natural Sciences - First Prize, worth 500 million VND; Prof. Dr. Dang Hoang Minh, Faculty of Education - Second Prize, worth 200 million VND.

The Vietnamese student delegation achieved high results at the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad.

In addition to the team of scientists,In 2025, students from specialized high schools under the Vietnam National University, Hanoi will continue to make their mark on the international Olympic stage.and further enriched his record with 3 gold medals and 6 silver medals. In regional Olympic competitions,Students from Vietnam National University, Hanoi won 2 gold medals and 1 silver medal., 2 Bronze medals and 1 Certificate of Merit. To date, the total number of Olympic medals won by students from specialized high schools under the Vietnam National University, Hanoi is 83 Gold medals, 91 Silver medals, 79 Bronze medals, and 70 regional Olympic medals.

Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan presents the Labor Order to the students.High School for Gifted Students in Natural Sciences

For their achievements in the 2025 international and regional Olympiad competitions, six students from the High School for Gifted Students in Natural Sciences were awarded the Labor Medal by the President of Vietnam. Among them, Giang Duc Dung received the Second Class Labor Medal; five students received the Third Class Labor Medal: Nguyen Dang Dung, Nguyen Dinh Tung, Nguyen Bui Duc Dung, Truong Duc Dung, and Ly Ba Khoi. In addition, two students received Certificates of Merit from the Prime Minister: Nguyen Mai Khue and Pham Quang Phuc An.

May 19, 2025 marks a significant milestone.Three years ago, Vietnam National University, Hanoi officially moved its headquarters from Cau Giay to Hoa Lac.This opens a new phase of development with a modern, integrated, and sustainable vision. This historic decision has strongly promoted the formation of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) Urban Area in Hoa Lac, which is envisioned to become a large-scale, green, smart, and sustainable university complex for the nation. After three years of implementation, many key investment and construction projects have created significant changes in the infrastructure, academic space, and training facilities of VNU.

Nmany strategic projectsThe projects of Vietnam National University, Hanoi are being implemented simultaneously.

In 2025, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) will simultaneously implement many strategic projects, gradually shaping the image of a modern university and research center in Hoa Lac. According to the plan, in the second quarter of 2026, many important items will be put into use, including the VNU Central Administration Building, the Library and Digital Knowledge Center, the University of Technology, and a part of the VNC02 Interdisciplinary Research Zone project. This will create a synchronized infrastructure foundation for VNU's research and innovation ecosystem.

The Permanent Vice Director of Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Nguyen Hieu, presented at the workshop "Vision for Planning and Development Roadmap of the Vietnam National University, Hanoi Urban Area" on December 26, 2025.

Furthermore, the Vietnam-Japan University Project continues to be recognized as a symbolic project in the strategic cooperation between the Governments of Vietnam and Japan.

Alongside major infrastructure projects, Vietnam National University, Hanoi has inaugurated...Research and Development Center - Training in Analytical Science and Technology at Hoa LacEquipped with modern laboratory systems, it contributes to enhancing applied research capacity, especially in the fields of food safety and environmental protection. This is clear evidence of VNU's commitment to promoting research to serve the pressing issues of the nation and the capital city.

Vietnam National University, Hanoi commenced the project "Investment in building technological infrastructure to support management according to the smart city model" on October 29, 2025.

The year 2025 also marks a significant step forward in building the Smart University City model as Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) commences a project to invest in technology infrastructure to support management according to the smart city model, along withNumerous projects focus on interdisciplinary laboratories, cybersecurity, and Industry 4.0 practices.In addition, VNU continues to invest in improving the quality of student life; from the 2025-2026 academic year, a new dormitory system will be put into use, increasing the total number of on-campus accommodations in Hoa Lac to over 4,500.

With synchronized and decisive steps, Vietnam National University, Hanoi (VNU) is gradually realizing its goal of building Hoa Lac into a leading smart, green, and sustainable research university ecosystem in Vietnam.