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[UEH 50 Global Partners] UEH Strengthens Strategic Cooperation with Victoria University of Wellington (New Zealand)
17 Apr, 2026
On the afternoon of April 13, 2026, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) held a working session with a delegation from Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington (VUW), New Zealand, within the framework of the “UEH 50 Years - 50 Partners in 5 Continents” program. The meeting provided an opportunity for both sides to discuss future directions for cooperation aimed at fostering a sustainable partnership between the two institutions.
Attending the working session on behalf of UEH were: Assoc. Prof. Pham Duong Phuong Thao - Deputy Head of the Department of Research - Development and Global Engagement (RDGE); Dr. Tran Thi Tuan Anh - Vice Rector of the UEH College of Economics, Law and Government (CELG); Mr. Le Thanh Nhan - Chief of Office of CELG and Director of the BCom joint program with VUW; Dr. Vo Doan Tho - Vice Dean of the School of Foreign Languages; Dr. Doan Vu Nguyen - Director of the International Trade and Customs Management, Faculty of Public Finance; Ms. Nguyen Trang Thanh Thuy - Deputy Director of the BCom joint program, project coordinator for the UEH-VUW cooperation.
Representing VUW were Ms. Amy Rutherford - Director of the International Office; Ms. Djhoanna Lambert - Deputy Director in charge of Partnerships and Global Engagement; Ms. Janine Huxford - Deputy Director in charge of International Affairs; Mr. Roger Armstrong - International Admissions Manager; Assoc. Prof. Jonathan Newton - School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies; Assoc. Prof. Eric Ulm - Director of the Actuarial Studies Program; and Mr. Dean Dinh - Southeast Asia Manager.
Overview of the working session
The partnership between UEH and VUW was established in 2004, pioneering the first New Zealand joint bachelor's program in Vietnam. Over more than two decades, VUW has supported UEH comprehensively, from enhancing faculty capacity and upgrading facilities to pursuing international accreditation. To date, the program has attracted more than 500 students, with many alumni now working in domestic and international enterprises.
Dr. Tran Thi Tuan Anh - Vice Rector of the UEH College of Economics, Law and Government, shares the history of cooperation and development between the two sides
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Representatives of Victoria University of Wellington (VUW) share their views during the working session
During the meeting, Assoc. Prof. Pham Duong Phuong Thao shared UEH’s international cooperation strategies for the 2026–2030 period, while Assoc. Prof. Jonathan Newton - School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies (VUW) also discussed future cooperation orientations, opening up new opportunities and visions alongside the traditional cooperation models that have been nurtured over the years.
Assoc. Prof. Jonathan Newton - School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies, VUW, discusses cooperation orientations
The working session opened many strategic cooperation opportunities, notably the diversification of student exchange formats (internships, study tours, international summer camps) and the orientation toward implementing a Transnational Education (TNE) model for VUW’s Master’s level in Vietnam. In the near future, the two sides are expected to pilot a credit transfer mechanism for the Master’s program in Applied Linguistics, while also exploring the development of dual-degree programs and international recognition of certifications in fields such as Actuarial Studies, Taxation, and Public Finance.
Within the framework of the event, the UEH Flag Journey ceremony was carried out, demonstrating the commitment to maintaining and developing cooperation between the two universities.
Representatives of UEH and CELG perform the UEH Flag Journey ceremony together with representatives of Victoria University of Wellington (VUW)
In addition, VUW experts also participated in teaching and academic exchanges with UEH lecturers and students on specialized topics in applied linguistics and actuarial studies.
Assoc. Prof. Eric Ulm - Director of the Actuarial Studies Program at VUW shares with UEH students
Assoc. Prof. Jonathan Newton with the lecture titled “From Monologue to Dialogue: Transforming the English Language Classroom”
The meeting took place in a particularly warm atmosphere, with many UEH lecturers emotionally sharing cherished memories of their time as VUW alumni. Representatives of VUW cited a meaningful Māori proverb: “When paddling a waka canoe, if you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. In this partnership, we want to continue paddling together so that we can go even further.”
The two institutions take commemorative photos marking a successful meeting
The cooperation contents discussed and agreed upon during the working session will serve as the basis for the two sides to continue implementing specific activities aimed at improving training quality and delivering practical value to learners and the academic communities of both countries.
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