Closing ceremony and scholarship awarding for the course "Understanding Asian Communities"

Topic 1

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Quang Minh

The role of science in maintaining and preserving cultural heritage – sustainable tourism development in Asia

Associate Professor Pham Quang Minh presented the current situation and the preservation of cultural heritage in several Asian countries, and from there proposed some solutions for sustainable tourism development in Asia. The main content of the presentation included:

1. What is your personal understanding of cultural heritage?
2. What is a personal experience of cultural heritage?
3. What is the best way to protect cultural heritage?
4. How can we build an ASEAN socio-cultural community?

Topic 2

Prof. Dr. Mai Ngoc Chu

Preserving Asian Indigenous Languages: Theory and Practice

This paper presents a comprehensive overview of ethnic languages ​​in Asia from the perspective of both their ancestral relationships and structural types.

Professor Mai Ngoc Chu delves into an analysis of the situation of language extinction in Vietnam and the measures that have been and are being implemented to save languages ​​at risk of extinction.

Topic 3

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Dinh Chinh

International Relations in Asia: History and Prospects

International relations are understood as the totality of economic, political, ideological, diplomatic, military, and other relationships between nations and systems of nations, between classes, social forces, and primarily international and political organizations operating in the international arena.

Throughout history, the world has experienced many ups and downs with unpredictable changes. However, in the complex circumstances of the current global situation, peace, cooperation, and development remain a major trend; globalization is an objective trend that is increasingly attracting more countries to participate. Vietnam is also keeping pace with this general trend of the times.

Topic 4

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Tung

Foreign policies of some "major powers" in Asia

The main purpose of this lecture is to introduce students to current international relations in the Asia-Pacific region. The foreign policy and international strategies of each country will be approached and analyzed from multiple perspectives, allowing students to develop their own interests and continue to explore international relations in each region independently.

Topic 5

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan

"Regionalization" of national history: Vietnam's position in the East Asian maritime trade network in the pre-modern period.

Historians specializing in empires, when studying the sea or coastal regions, tend to view their subjects from a land-based perspective, assuming that coastal and maritime areas should be treated as an integral part of the mainland. Therefore, the sea is often seen as a peripheral element and, functionally, dependent on the political and cultural centers of the mainland. Maritime historians, however, employ their own unique approach. Metaphorically speaking, maritime historians position themselves at sea to observe coastal areas; they look from the sea toward the shore, not from the shore toward the sea.

Topic 6

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Tuong Lai

Religion and its role in building Asian communities.

The lecture provides students with basic knowledge about religion and its history, as well as the characteristics of major religions around the world. Furthermore, and this is the main content of the lecture, it outlines the religious foundations for guiding the development of an Asian community. These foundations are based on the similarities between religions and their roles in social, political, economic, environmental, and peace-related aspects. With these similarities and their significant roles, religions can certainly contribute positively to the development, stability, unity, and peace of the Asian community.

Topic 7

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thuy Van

The Role of Institutions and Political Ideologies in Building an Asian Community: A Philosophical Perspective

This module provides learners with fundamental knowledge about the organizational structure of the current political systems of Asian countries and the ideologies that govern their development.

Based on this, we can identify common goals and similarities to build an Asian community in solidarity and for shared, sustainable development.

Topic 8

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Quyet

Population of Asia and Vietnam: Issues related to changing trends.

From around the 1950s, the population of Asia entered a period of dramatic increase, often referred to as a "population explosion."

With the aim of highlighting Asian demographic issues within the context of global demographics and Vietnam's demographic progress within the context of Asian demographics, this article seeks to clarify Vietnam's connection with the region in the current process of globalization through demographic variables.

Topic 9

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thi Kim Hoa

Structural and functional changes in Asian families

The family is the basic unit of society, playing a decisive role in its formation and development. The positive values ​​and norms of the family, when embraced and developed, contribute to building, enhancing, and glorifying the national cultural identity.

This module helps students understand some concepts about family, its structure and function, and changes in family structure in some Asian countries.

Topic 10

Professor Ahnkyonghwan

The Korean Wave (Hallyu) and its influence in Asia

The story of the Hallyu wave (Korean cultural wave) has sparked lively discussions among Vietnamese and Korean researchers, journalists, and young people – Hallyu fans.

This module will give us a better understanding of the Korean Wave (Hallyu) that is spreading across East Asia, including Vietnam, and its influence on many fields. Students will gain a comprehensive perspective to selectively embrace this cultural wave, contributing to the promotion and preservation of Vietnamese culture.

Topic 11

Dr. Nguyen Tran Tien

Building the ASEAN Community: A Regional Learning Approach

The 21st century is considered the Asia-Pacific era. The strong rise of China, India, and the United States is seen as a leading factor in this development. Along with this, the trend towards multipolarization of the global security structure in general, and the Asia-Pacific region in particular, is shifting from a strategic orientation to a more defined structure.

Against this regional and international backdrop, the ASEAN Community will officially be established on December 31, 2015. This is a significant milestone in ASEAN's history. The specialized topic "Building the ASEAN Community: A First Approach to Area Studies" helps students gain a general understanding of regional studies; theoretical issues related to area studies such as the Eastern cultural region; and some fundamental and prominent issues of countries and territories in the region such as economics and economic integration, culture and society... through specialized and interdisciplinary studies in Area Studies.

Topic 12

Dr. Nguyen Quang Lieu

Employment for Vietnamese students in the Asian community: Opportunities and challenges.

The Asian community is a dynamic and diverse continent. The region has achieved significant economic growth in recent decades, but has also witnessed an increase in inequality and the persistent presence of low-quality jobs.

This thesis provides an overview of labor market trends and the impact of the Asian Community on labor markets through simulation models and practical policy analysis, with the aim of providing evidence-based policy recommendations for better employment opportunities for graduates.

Topic 13

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Thai

The cultural industry in Japan and South Korea and its international impact.

Currently, the cultural industry is becoming a key economic sector, even considered a "pillar" of the economy in many countries around the world.

Therefore, studying the current state of development of the cultural industries of Japan and South Korea, their economic, cultural, and political significance and roles, as well as their international impacts, is a truly significant theoretical and practical issue. It not only enhances understanding of these two countries, which play important economic and cultural roles in Asia, but also provides important insights for learning from their experiences in developing the cultural industry in Vietnam.