Meeting and working with the Second Secretary of the U.S. Embassy.

During the meeting, Associate Professor Pham Quang Minh introduced the main achievements in training, scientific research, and the main research directions of the University; emphasizing the goal of building a research university, strengthening research projects, especially international publications. As a leading training and research center in the Vietnamese higher education community, the University of Social Sciences and Humanities has established cooperative relationships with universities in the United States. The Rector proposed expanding cooperation between the University and US universities in areas such as joint research projects, faculty exchange, and student exchange.

Associate Professor Pham Quang Minh poses for a commemorative photo with Mr. Le Quang Winston (Photo: Tran Minh)

Mr. Le Quang Winston expressed his pleasure at visiting the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and his desire to build a bridge of cooperation between the University and US universities through the US Embassy. He stated that the United States always respects and desires long-term cooperation with Vietnam, especially in the context of the two countries having signed the Trans-Pacific Strategic Economic Partnership Agreement (TPP). He proposed establishing a Center for Applied Economic Development at the University to facilitate faculty and graduate students in researching, applying, and practicing theories on economic policy planning and implementation. Simultaneously, the Center would support the implementation of economic policies through continuous exchange between researchers and policymakers.

Associate Professor Pham Quang Minh welcomed Mr. Le Quang Winston's proposal and hoped to soon take the necessary steps to promote it. At the same time, the Rector hoped to welcome embassy staff to study Vietnamese at the Faculty of Vietnamese Studies and Vietnamese Language of the University.