On July 2, Nha Trang University hosted a working session with a delegation from the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Ho Chi Minh City and representatives from seven Taiwanese universities. The working session aimed to foster collaboration in education, scientific research, and academic exchange.
Prof.Dr. Pham Quoc Hung, Vice President of Nha Trang University, delivers welcome remarks to the Taiwanese delegation.
Representing Nha Trang University were Prof.Dr. Pham Quoc Hung, Vice President, along with leaders from the Office of External Cooperation, the Office of Science and Technology, the Office of Personnel and Human Resources, the Center for Foreign Languages, the Department of Foreign Languages, the Department of Tourism, the Department of Information Technology, and the School of Engineering and Technology. The Taiwanese delegation was led by Prof.Dr. Lin Wei-Chih, Education Counselor at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Ho Chi Minh City, alongside leaders from Kun Shan University, Deh Yu College of Nursing and Health, WuFeng University, National Chi Nan University, Chung Yuan Christian University, Da Yeh University, and Tatung University.
Overview of the working session between Nha Trang University and the delegation of Taiwanese universities, conducted in an open, collaborative, and constructive atmosphere.
Speaking at the session, Prof.Dr. Pham Quoc Hung emphasized that Nha Trang University consistently attaches great importance to expanding international partnerships to elevate the quality of education and research, while furthering higher education integration. The university expects that discussions with Taiwanese partners will open up numerous opportunities for study, research, and career development for both faculty members and students.
During the program, representatives from the Taiwanese universities and NTU’s specialized academic units presented their respective strengths in training and research. They exchanged ideas on strategic cooperation in fields such as tourism, hospitality management, marine engineering (hydraulic structures), mechanical engineering, and information technology. Both sides also discussed potential frameworks for student and faculty exchange programs, joint scientific research, and international academic initiatives.
The highlight of the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Nha Trang University and National Chi Nan University (NCNU), a prestigious higher education institution located in Puli Township, Nantou County, Taiwan. Under the agreement, both universities agreed to strengthen connections and cooperation among faculty, staff, academic departments, and research centers. Key collaborative priorities include nominating candidates for high-quality training programs; joint scientific research and academic events; student, postgraduate, and staff exchange programs; sharing library materials and scientific publications; organizing study tours; and promoting multilateral cooperation along with joint research publications. Furthermore, both institutions will explore joint degree programs through specific, dedicated agreements for each program.
MOU Signing Ceremony between Nha Trang University and National Chi Nan University (NCNU).
The working session and signing ceremony have further strengthened relationships between Nha Trang University and Taiwanese higher education institutions. This landmark event lays a solid foundation for practical collaborative programs in training, research, and academic exchange, ultimately contributing to enhancing human resource quality and accelerating the university's internationalization strategy.
