On the afternoon of October 22, 2026, amid the strong trend of global educational integration, Duy Tan University (DTU, Vietnam) and Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU, Thailand) solemnly organized an online Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Signing Ceremony. The event marked a significant strategic milestone, opening the door to academic exchange, student exchange, and educational internationalization between two leading educational institutions in the region.
The success of this internationally significant cooperation agreement owes much to the contributions and pioneering connecting role of the leadership of the University of Languages and Social Sciences (LHSS). Thanks to its strategic vision in expanding the network of foreign partners and creating an integrative learning environment for students, LHSS has actively served as a bridge, promoting academic diplomatic steps so that Duy Tan University could officially establish a strong partnership with Dhurakij Pundit University – one of the most prestigious private universities in Thailand.
The ceremony was honored to welcome distinguished guests and senior leaders from both universities. Representing Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU, Thailand) were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siridech Kumsuprom – Vice Rector for International Relations; Dr. Atit Koroila – Assistant to the Vice Rector for International Relations; Dr. Nitika Bhardwaj – Dean of the International College; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Porntip Tantivisetsak – Associate Dean for Academic Affairs; along with coordinating lecturers and admissions representatives. Representing Duy Tan University (Vietnam) were Dr. Nguyen Huu Phu – Vice Director of Duy Tan University; Dr. Hoang Thi Huong – Dean of LHSS; Dr. Dang Thuy Lien – Vice Dean cum Head of the Chinese Language Faculty; along with the leadership of the English Language Faculty, the Faculty of International Relations & Public Relations, and representatives from the International Cooperation Office.
Addressing the ceremony, representatives from both universities expressed their honor at officially turning a new page in their friendly cooperative relationship, while emphasizing their commitment to long-term partnership to bring the most practical values to faculty and students.
Based on the agreement in the Memorandum of Understanding, valid for 05 years, Duy Tan University and Dhurakij Pundit University agreed to focus on implementing 9 key strategic cooperation items, including:
- Implementing student, faculty, and staff exchanges between the two universities.
- Building and developing high-quality cooperative training programs.
- Coordinating the implementation of scientific research projects and promoting international publications.
- Co-organizing and participating in international-scale academic conferences and seminars.
- Exchanging learning materials and in-depth academic information.
- Organizing special short-term academic programs for learners.
- Coordinating the promotion and enhancement of brand reputation for both educational institutions.
- Expanding and developing a global educational connection network.
- Placing special emphasis on organizing short-term programs under the Faculty of Chinese Studies (oriented and professionally sponsored by the University of Languages and Social Sciences, DTU).
The successful promotion of the MOU signing with Dhurakij Pundit University continues to demonstrate the external relations capability, proactiveness, and long-term vision of the leadership collective of the University of Languages and Social Sciences (DTU). Beyond domestic teaching activities, the LHSS leadership constantly seeks and removes geographical boundaries to bring students closer to international experience programs, valuable scholarships, and academic exchange opportunities with countries in Southeast Asia and around the world.
The online signing ceremony took place solemnly between Dr. Nguyen Huu Phu (representing DTU) and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siridech Kumsuprom (representing DPU) via a video bridge screen. The moment both universities raised the cooperation document high before the cameras served as evidence of the bright future of development ahead. The ceremony concluded in joy with fresh bouquets of flowers sent from DPU representatives to the leadership of Duy Tan University and LHSS.
This strategic cooperation agreement promises to be a solid launchpad, opening up countless opportunities for learning, research, and comprehensive development for generations of Duy Tan students in the coming time.
