This year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam, as well as the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges. From February 28 to March 2, a delegation led by Qiu Yong, secretary of the CPC Tsinghua University Committee, visited Vietnam.
This visit aimed to implement the important consensus reached by the top leaders of the two parties and countries, promote cooperation in education, science, and technology, as well as cultural exchanges between Tsinghua University and Vietnam, and contribute to building a strategically significant China-Vietnam community with a shared future.
Pham Minh Chinh meets with Qiu Yong and his delegation.
On March 2, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with Qiu Yong and his delegation in Hanoi and witnessed the signing of agreements between Tsinghua University and Vietnam National University, Hanoi; Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City; and National Economics University.
The event was attended by Nguyen Xuan Thang, member of the Politburo of the CPV Central Committee, president of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and chairman of the Central Theoretical Council; Le Hoai Trung, secretary of the Secretariat of the Communist Party of Vietnam and chairman of the Party Central Committee Office; Vietnamese Deputy Prime Ministers Tran Hong Ha, Le Thanh Long, Ho Duc Phoc, Bui Thanh Son, and Nguyen Chi Dung; Minister-Chairman of the Government Office Tran Van Son; Minister of Education and Training Nguyen Kim Son; Secretary of Quang Ninh Provincial Party Committee Vu Dai Thang; Chinese Ambassador to Vietnam He Wei; and Chen Lai, a Distinguished Professor of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences and also Dean of the Academy of Chinese Learning at Tsinghua University.
Pham Minh Chinh emphasized that Vietnam consistently regards the development of Vietnam-China relations as a strategic choice and top priority in its foreign policy, highlighting the special "comrades-plus-brothers" bond between the two parties and countries. He acknowledged Tsinghua University as a renowned top-tier institution in China and globally, which has cultivated numerous talents and made significant contributions to national scientific and technological advancements, as well as socio-economic development. Currently, as Vietnam accelerates its technological innovation and national digital transformation, high-quality human resources are a decisive factor. The Prime Minister expressed hope that Tsinghua University would share its educational experiences with Vietnam's academic community, foster more talents for the development of bilateral relations, build additional bridges of cooperation, and make greater contributions to the prosperity of socialist construction endeavors.
Qiu Yong stated that both China and Vietnam have a long-standing tradition of valuing education and firmly believe that education—especially higher education—plays a crucial role in their national development strategies. Tsinghua University has maintained a long-term, friendly cooperative relationship with Vietnam's education community, and an increasing number of outstanding Vietnamese students are coming to Tsinghua to study, aspiring to become bearers of the enduring friendship between the two countries. Tsinghua University looks forward to strengthening cooperation with Vietnamese higher education institutions in areas such as talent development and technological innovation, continuously enhancing mutual understanding and friendship among young people from both nations, and further advancing bilateral relations.
Tsinghua University signs a student exchange agreement with Vietnam National University, Hanoi.
Tsinghua University signs a Memorandum of Understanding with Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City.
Tsinghua University signs a Memorandum of Understanding with National Economics University.
In the presence of guests from both sides, Qiu Yong signed cooperation agreements with Vietnam National University, Hanoi, Vietnam National University, Ho Chi Minh City, and National Economics University.
On March 1st, Tsinghua and Vietnam National University, Hanoi held the “Vietnam-China Higher Education Seminar: Opportunities and Challenges in the 21st Century – Digital Intelligence Era”. This event marked another practical step in implementing several cooperative achievements reached since the Tsinghua University delegation visited Vietnam last year.
Nguyen Xuan Thang, He Wei, and Vietnam National University, Hanoi President Le Quan delivered speeches at the seminar. Qiu Yong presented a keynote address titled “Innovation and Development of Higher Education in the 21st Century”.
Experts and scholars from both China and Vietnam engaged in discussions on topics including the empowerment of educational development and research innovation through artificial intelligence, the new mission of higher education in the intelligent era, the application of large model technology in teaching scenarios, and the core concepts of Confucian educational philosophy.
Qiu Yong presents a keynote address.
In his report, Qiu Yong used detailed data and numerous case studies to illustrate both the evolution of higher education in China and Tsinghua University’s journey in building a world-class institution and advancing its global strategy. He stated that Tsinghua’s journey reflects the broader evolution of Chinese higher education—growing from humble beginnings to a position of strength—under the leadership of the Communist Party of China.
In recent years, Tsinghua’s reputation and influence have steadily increased, a success attributable not only to the significant overall progress of Chinese higher education but also to Tsinghua’s mission-driven comprehensive reforms and its proactive approach to seizing development opportunities. With an eye toward building a leading country in education and better serving the country’s major strategic needs and socio-economic development, Tsinghua University is deepening comprehensive reforms and expanding high-level international engagement in education.
Qiu Yong exchanges views with Nguyen Xuan Thang.
Before the seminar, Qiu Yong exchanged views with Nguyen Xuan Thang. Both sides explored ways to strengthen exchanges in education, science and technology, and culture, aiming to continuously inject fresh vitality into the development of bilateral relations.
Qiu Yong gave a special address at the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam.
During his stay in Vietnam, Qiu Yong was invited to give a special address to all staff at the Chinese Embassy in Vietnam. Qiu’s address described how the economic and social development landscape is filled with both challenges and opportunities, and how Tsinghua University has steadfastly upheld and strengthened the comprehensive leadership of the Communist Party of China. He explained that with increased confidence and composure, the University has coordinated and advanced reforms in the systems and mechanisms governing education, science and technology, and talent development, with high-quality Party building serving as the driving force behind high-quality development.
Editors: Li Han, JP, Gillian Tang
