Welcoming the President and delegation from Laval University (Canada)

During the meeting, Professor Pham Quang Minh introduced the internationalization strategy and expansion of international relations of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities. In its relations with Canada, the University has organized many practical activities. For example, it has hosted high-ranking politicians such as former Governor General of Canada David Johnston and Premier of Ontario Kathleen Wynne, and renowned Canadian speakers such as Ivan Coyote; promoted research, teaching, and translation of learning materials about Canada and its people; and maintained cooperation with Canadian universities such as Humber College and Langara University.

Regarding Laval University, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities is planning to implement several activities such as organizing workshops and seminars with the participation of lecturers and researchers from Laval; student and trainee exchanges; and especially, developing a joint master's program in International Relations. Professor Pham Quang Minh believes that the two universities have many prospects for cooperation based on similarities in academic fields, especially international relations and political science.

Professor Pham Quang Minh presents a commemorative gift to Ms. Sophie D'Amours.

On behalf of the Canadian side, Ms. Sophie D'Amours highly appreciated the efforts and ideas that representatives from both universities have been implementing. She also suggested organizing online courses to diversify the forms and environments of training. The President of Laval University expressed strong confidence in Vietnam-Canada educational cooperation in general and cooperation between the two universities in particular, as demonstrated during Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc's visit to Laval University in June 2018.

Founded in 1663, Laval University is located in Quebec City, Canada. It was the first university in North America to offer programs taught in French. Over 42,500 students, including 5,600 international students from 110 countries, are currently studying and researching there. Laval University currently offers nearly 400 programs across 19 faculties in the fields of arts, languages, science and engineering, social sciences, business administration, and health.