Scientific conference "Practical philosophical issues in Vietnam"

The scientific conference "Practical Philosophical Issues in Vietnam" featured 67 papers, demonstrating the enthusiasm of the philosophical community and the strong need for research. The themes of the four working sessions at the conference were: Historical issues of Eastern and Western philosophy; Issues of Marxist philosophy and Vietnamese practice; Issues of religious life in Vietnam; and Ethical and socio-cultural issues.

Fourteen reports were presented, each with rich content and significant theoretical and practical value. All reports attracted considerable attention and lively discussion. Many reports from young faculty and students demonstrated confidence and dedication, receiving positive feedback and exchange from leading experts and scientists. This vibrant academic atmosphere helped to uncover and explain many new issues and perspectives in practical philosophy in Vietnam.

Several issues were highlighted at the conference: the need to re-evaluate and position Marxist philosophy, one of the main pillars of philosophy, within the context of current research and social practice; the need to overcome limitations in translation; the systematic reading and study of the works of Marx and Engels; and especially the need for comparison and contrast with contemporary and post-Marxist philosophers. In the development of society, it is necessary to apply "multi-theory" approaches to explain and resolve social phenomena, while simultaneously supplementing the philosophical system with scientific, objective, and progressive interpretations. ... Also expressed at this conference was the general demand for building a Vietnamese philosophy. This may be a long-term issue, requiring much effort and time for research and publication... but it continues to inspire passionate Vietnamese philosophy researchers. This requirement also opens up many new research avenues, and the Faculty of Philosophy, University of Social Sciences and Humanities, will continue to organize numerous domestic and international scientific conferences in the future.