On July 22, 2025, FTU Campus II warmly welcomed the delegation from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), led by Mr. Pulkit Abrol – ACCA Regional Director for Asia Pacific.

The ACCA delegation also included Mr. Ren Varma – ACCA Regional Director for Mainland Southeast Asia; Ms. Khuat Thi Lien Huong – Head of Education, ACCA Mainland Southeast Asia; together with senior leaders from ACCA Vietnam.

Chairing the reception and working session, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Minh – Director of FTU Campus II, expressed sincere appreciation to ACCA for its continuous contributions in supporting FTU Campus II over the past years. He emphasized that the professional and academic support from ACCA has brought significant value to students, especially those in Accounting and Auditing, by enhancing their specialized knowledge, practical skills, and international integration capacity.

In response, Mr. Pulkit Abrol – ACCA Regional Director for Asia Pacific, expressed his appreciation for the increasingly strong partnership with FTU Campus II and affirmed ACCA’s desire to further expand collaborative activities. He stressed that ACCA is committed to bringing added value to students and the community, while contributing to the development of high-quality human resources in Vietnam and across the region.

During the meeting, both sides also discussed the development trends in the accounting and auditing industry, the practical demands of businesses for highly specialized and well-rounded professionals, as well as potential cooperative programs to be implemented between ACCA and Foreign Trade University in general, and FTU Campus II in particular.

With its vision of becoming a multidisciplinary university, pioneering in innovation, scientific research, and knowledge transfer, Foreign Trade University – particularly FTU Campus II in Ho Chi Minh City – has always prioritized developing strategic partnerships with reputable enterprises and organizations both domestically and internationally. These activities not only improve the quality of education but also deliver practical benefits for students, partners, and the community. The trust and high regard from organizations and businesses serve as clear evidence of the university’s position and integration capacity within the education–business ecosystem.

From June 28 to July 14, 2025, a delegation of lecturers and more than 30 students from Foreign Trade University participated in the International Summer Camp in Wuhan, China.

The program was jointly organized by Faculty of Law, Foreign Trade University and Zhongnan University of Economics and Law. Dr. Tran Thi Lien Huong and Dr. Tran Thi Thanh Thuy accompanied the student delegation throughout this journey.

During the two-week program, students attended classes on economic and legal issues, including General Chinese Law, which provided an overview of the legal system and important legal areas in China; International Law, which offered insights into international treaties and China’s role in international legal relations. These classes helped students develop a comparative perspective with Vietnam’s legal system. Additionally, sessions on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution introduced international dispute settlement models outside of courts, emphasizing the role of arbitration in international trade; as well as topics on Currency and Finance, focusing on modernization and globalization trends in emerging economies and the challenges of inclusive finance – guiding students to stay updated with new global trends.

Alongside academic sessions, students also engaged in field trips and enterprise visits in China. Highlights included: the China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission, where students explored processes and methods of international alternative dispute resolution; a visit to the Three Gorges Dam, one of China’s most prominent projects, to learn about the technical and legal issues related to large-scale infrastructure; the Wuhan Real Estate Exchange and the Carbon Emissions Trading Center, which provided in-depth insights into environmental issues and sustainable development in the context of globalization.

The program emphasized not only theory but also the connection between learning and practice. Students took part in Chinese language classes, calligraphy lessons, and extracurricular activities. These experiences helped improve language skills, promoted cultural exchange, and contributed to building international cooperation.

Faculty of Law, Foreign Trade University is committed to developing a curriculum closely linked to practice, fostering liberal and creative approaches in legal education. By combining theory with practice, students gain deeper and more holistic perspectives on global economic, legal, and cultural issues, thereby enhancing their ability to conduct research and apply knowledge in future careers.

The Wuhan Summer Camp 2025 opened up opportunities for FTU students to exchange, learn, and grow in an international environment while still on campus. They had meaningful learning and cultural experiences in China, proudly bringing the red FTU spirit to international friends with openness, dynamism, and confidence!

On July 21, 2025, the leadership of Foreign Trade University (FTU) held a working session with Mentally Fit Global (Belgium) – a leading international organization in high performance capability coaching and leadership mindset development.

Attending from Mentally Fit Global were Mr. Alain Goudsmet – Head Coach, Founder, and Chairman of Mentally Fit Global; Ms. Vu Thi My Chinh – Head Representative of Mentally Fit Global in the Vietnamese market; and Ms. Tong Nguyen Ha My – Operations Team Leader of Mentally Fit Vietnam. The session also included the presence of Ms. Tran Tuyet Trang – Economic and Trade Counselor, Representative of the Brussels-Capital Region (Kingdom of Belgium) at the Belgian Embassy in Vietnam.

From Foreign Trade University, participants included Assoc. Prof., Dr. Pham Thu Huong – President of FTU; Assoc. Prof., Dr. Cao Dinh Kien – Director of International Affairs; Dr. Bui Duy Linh – Deputy Head of Communication and Community Relations; and Ms. Le Thi Thu Huong – Director of the FTU Innovation and Incubation Space.

At the session, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Pham Thu Huong emphasized that internationalization is one of the university’s key development focuses, including training high-quality human resources with leadership mindset and global adaptability, which is extremely important. Over recent years, FTU has implemented various skills training and leadership development programs, notably the Keieijuku Entrepreneur Training Program (Advanced Business), carried out in cooperation with JICA (Japan), as well as programs connecting Executive MBA (eMBA) students with domestic and international enterprises to learn and share practical management and leadership experiences.

During the exchange, both sides shared core values and future development orientations, especially the shared vision of prioritizing optimization of work performance and management of personal/team energy in modern workplaces. Head Coach Alain Goudsmet also introduced several modern coaching models, proposed flexible cooperation methods in Vietnam, and expressed a desire to accompany Foreign Trade University in implementing advanced coaching programs for senior leadership teams.

On July 7, 2025, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Pham Thu Huong – President of Foreign Trade University (Vietnam) – chaired a welcoming and working session with a delegation from University of International Business and Economics (Beijing, China).

Attending from University of International Business and Economics (Beijing) were Prof., Dr. Wen Jun – Vice President; Prof., Dr. Wang Tie Dong – Party Secretary of Business Institute; Mr. Du Pei Yuan – Vice Director of International Education Institute; Prof., Dr. Zou Weikang – Assistant to the Director of State Management Institute; and Mr. Liu Ming – Head of Admissions and Project Development, Assistant Director of International Education Institute.

From FTU (Vietnam), attendees included Assoc. Prof., Dr. Pham Thu Huong – President; Assoc. Prof., Dr. Cao Dinh Kien – Directorof International Affairs; Dr. Le Quang Sang – Dean of Faculty of Chinese; Ms. Le Thanh Thuy Duong – Vice Dean of Faculty of Chinese, and other staff.

University of International Business and Economics (Beijing), located in Beijing, is among the top three universities in China for economics and finance education.

During the meeting, both sides discussed potential future cooperation programs focusing on training in economics, business administration, finance, accounting, law, languages, and emerging fields such as computer science, data science, and AI. They also exchanged ideas about scientific research collaboration, strengthening academic connections including joint research projects, co-developing training programs, and implementing faculty and scholar exchanges. Particular focus was given to international student exchange programs to establish an international learning environment and enhance student integration capacity.

The meeting opened new prospects, providing faculty and students with more options for research and study in a world-class education environment.

This working session marked a significant step forward in the partnership between FTU (Vietnam) and University of International Business and Economics (Beijing), established since 2019. Both sides agreed to renew the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and student exchange agreements.

The meeting was conducted in an open, cooperative, and effective atmosphere. Leaders from both universities reaffirmed commitment to long-term development for the benefit of students, faculty, and academic communities of both countries, expressing aspirations to deepen sustainable cooperation in training and research, contributing to creating lasting and global educational values.

On July 8, 2025, FTU welcomed and held a meeting with Mr. Yukihiko Ohkuma – Representative of Jouju Company, Japan – the main sponsor of the Kawai Startup Contest, representing Mr. Mitsumasa Kawai – President of Jouju Group and the Kawai Scholarship Fund.

Attending the meeting from FTU were Assoc. Prof., Dr. Cao Dinh Kien – Director of International Affairs; Ms. Nguyen Huyen Minh – Head of Communication and Community Relations; Ms. Dinh Thuy Tien – Deputy Secretary in charge of the Youth Union; and student Nguyen Thi Bao Linh – President of the Future Entrepreneurs Club (TEC FTU), the club organizing the Kawai startup contest.

Assoc. Prof., Dr. Cao Dinh Kien warmly welcomed Mr. Yukihiko Ohkuma’s return to FTU after one year and highlighted the importance of the “Startup with Kawai” contest – a program promoting entrepreneurship and supporting startup projects organized by FTU and Jouju Co., Ltd (Japan) since 2006. Over 20 years, the contest has been a launching pad for promising startup ideas and a connection hub for multiple generations of Vietnamese startups. In 2025, the contest expands its scope to include young founders worldwide.

Mr. Yukihiko Ohkuma expressed his pleasure in returning to FTU, meeting university representatives, and witnessing the contest’s growth and the TEC FTU club’s development. He honored the opportunity to represent Mr. Mitsumasa Kawai and the Kawai Scholarship Fund to accompany this year’s contest and praised the 2024 contest’s scale, creativity, and passion of participants. He believed the 2025 contest would be larger, more professional, and continue to nurture breakthrough startup ideas.

During the session, both sides discussed cooperation plans for the upcoming contest and shared development directions for student startup activities. Ms. Nguyen Huyen Minh expressed appreciation for Jouju Group’s dedicated companionship over 20 years, contributing to the contest’s success and prestige as an intellectual and creative playground for young entrepreneurship enthusiasts amid rapid innovation and integration.

This meeting marks an important milestone confirming the sustainable partnership between FTU and Jouju Group and inspires greater development and impact of the “Startup with Kawai” contest among the student startup community.

From June 30 to July 11, 2025, Foreign Trade University welcomed a delegation of students from ISC Paris Business School (France) to participate in the "2025 Biz-Culture Immersion Weeks at FTU" program, aimed at academic exchange and experiencing Vietnamese culture.

Following the success of the 2024 program with 10 students, this year’s course attracted 22 students from ISC Paris, reflecting the program’s appeal and the growing interest of international students in exploring and experiencing Vietnamese culture.

At the opening ceremony on June 30, 2025, in a warm and friendly atmosphere, Ms. Dao Thi Thu Ha – Deputy Director of International Affairs at FTU – warmly welcomed the international student delegation and emphasized the cultural value of the course. She also shared that the students are not only learners but members of the FTU family, contributing to the university’s international integration, and hoped the students would have meaningful and memorable experiences at FTU and in Vietnam.

During the two-week program, ISC Paris students participated in cultural and academic exchange activities, including lectures on Vietnamese culture, history, law, economy, and business environment. These lessons provided both professional knowledge and a deeper understanding of Vietnam and its people. The program also included cultural exchange events such as startup sharing sessions and practical experiences like cooking traditional Vietnamese dishes.

Additionally, students had opportunities to learn about Vietnamese businesses through visits to Ecotek Co., Ltd and Tecomen Group (Karofi Factory) to understand business models and production activities.

Especially, ISC Paris students visited famous historical sites such asTemple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, and scenic spots like Trang An, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long Bay – a world natural wonder.

The 2025 Biz-Culture Immersion Weeks at FTU enriched ISC Paris students’ knowledge and deepened their understanding of Vietnamese culture, history, and people. Thanks to the dedicated support from FTU’s faculty, staff, and students, as well as cooperation with businesses, the program delivered diverse and meaningful experiences that will be valuable for students in understanding culture, business, and life in Vietnam.

On the morning of July 4, 2025, Foreign Trade University warmly welcomed a delegation of lecturers and students from Tsinghua University (China) within the framework of a cooperation program in training and cultural exchange between the two higher education institutions. The program was jointly organized by Office of International Affairs, the Faculty of Chinese, and the Faculty of Political Science and Humanities at Foreign Trade University, aiming to implement cultural and educational cooperation activities between the two universities.

Tsinghua University is a comprehensive public university headquartered in Beijing, China. It is the most prestigious university in China and Asia, ranking among the top 12 universities worldwide. Speaking at the exchange program, Dr. Le Quang Sang – Head of the Faculty of Chinese at Foreign Trade University – warmly welcomed the Tsinghua University student delegation and expressed his joy over the strengthening friendship and cooperation between the two higher education institutions.

On behalf of the Chinese lecturers and students, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Zhang Mu Yan – Party Secretary and Vice Director of the Japanese Studies Institute at Tsinghua University – shared her impressions of the confidence and dynamism of Foreign Trade University students, as well as the vibrant learning atmosphere during the summer semester, especially the presence of many international student delegations at the main campus in Hanoi. In parallel with activities such as learning Vietnamese language and exploring Vietnamese culture and environment, students from both universities shared about student life, study styles, opportunities to explore talents and self-development, and distinctive features of the university environment in each country. From these exchanges, they aimed to enhance their role as "young cultural ambassadors," contributing to building a bridge of friendship between the youth of the two nations in general, while also strengthening cooperation in training and promoting cultural exchange and academic activities between Tsinghua University and Foreign Trade University in the near future.

On June 24, 2025, in a solemn and emotional ceremony held at Foreign Trade University, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) – JICA Vietnam Office – proudly organized an appreciation event to honor Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan – President of the University and Project Director of the Vietnam–Japan Human Resources Development Institute (VJCC) for his persistent and profound contributions throughout the cooperation journey between JICA and Foreign Trade University (FTU).

The ceremony was attended by senior representatives from JICA Vietnam including Mr. Kobayashi Yosuke – Chief Representative of JICA Vietnam Office; Mr. Kubo Yoshitomo – Deputy Chief Representative; Mr. Hanazato Nobuhiko – Chief Advisor of the VJCC Project; and Mr. Nishikawa Naotaka – Senior Advisor involved in project formation.

From Foreign Trade University side, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan – President and Director of the VJCC Project; Assoc. Prof., Dr. Vu Thi Hien – Vice President., Assoc. Prof., Dr. Nguyen Thi Hien – Director of VJCC Institute; along with many heads and deputies of departments, functional offices, and staff members of the university were present.

In his speech at the ceremony, Mr. Kobayashi Yosuke emphasized: “The cooperative relationship between JICA and FTU is a vivid testament to the profound friendship between Vietnam and Japan. Along this journey, under the passionate leadership and guidance of President Bui Anh Tuan, FTU has made solid progress, laying the foundation for many important milestones in education and human resource development. He has ignited trust and contributed to deeply connecting strategic vision with practical values – truly reflecting the cooperative spirit that JICA and Foreign Trade University pursue.” He also specially appreciated the over 10-year journey during which Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan has accompanied JICA, guiding the development of the Vietnam-Japan Human Resources Development Institute (VJCC) with many remarkable milestones. Beginning in 2015 with the first Keieijuku program in Hai Phong, and in 2017, he pioneered the proposal and merger of two VJCC Centers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to establish the Vietnam-Japan Human Resources Development Institute (VJCC), officially becoming a specialized unit of FTU. Since then, the VJCC Institute has expanded its mission to formal training by launching two bachelor's degree programs: Bachelor of International Business according to the advanced Japanese model (JIB) and Bachelor of Digital Business (DB), marking a breakthrough transformation in human resource training under the Vietnam-Japan model.

Immediately following his speech, Mr. Kobayashi Yosuke, on behalf of JICA Vietnam Office, presented an Honorary Certificate along with a congratulatory bouquet to Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan to acknowledge his profound contributions in promoting educational cooperation and human resource development between Vietnam and Japan. This recognition is not only from JICA but also a sincere thank you from countless generations of learners, staff, and all who have been and will continue to carry forward the mission of international cooperation.

At the ceremony, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan – President of Foreign Trade University – sincerely shared about the journey alongside JICA and special milestones in forming and developing VJCC. In 2017, when deciding to merge the two VJCC Centers in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to establish VJCC Institute – a challenging decision – time has proven it to be strategic and correct, enabling VJCC to develop strongly and become a pioneering and reputable training unit. Notably, developing the two bachelor programs JIB and DB was an important step forward. He shared that to realize these programs, the university community conducted surveys domestically and internationally, especially at Japanese universities such as Kanto Gakuin, Rikkyo, and Waseda. More importantly, what he values most is not just good teaching but creating sustainable value after training. In the Keieijuku program, the most important is not only the curriculum content but the connected community maintained afterward. The establishment and activities of the Keieijuku Club – where students can continue to share, support, and develop together – is a living proof of an educational approach aiming at long-term value. He also affirmed the irreplaceable role of JICA throughout the journey, not only as a professional or financial partner but as a strategic companion always sharing, discussing, and resolving every issue – from lecturers, training programs to infrastructure – every step saw mutual consensus, sharing, and trust between two sides. Closing his speech, he emotionally said: “Today’s honor is not mine alone, but the culmination of companionship and support from JICA, experts, the collective of teachers, staff, and colleagues of Foreign Trade University who wrote this journey together.”

Following the President ’s words, Assoc. Prof., Dr. Nguyen Thi Hien – Director of VJCC Institute – emotionally expressed her pride in representing a unit that has had the opportunity to directly receive and realize the beautiful values from the strong cooperation between Vietnam and Japan – concretized through the VJCC project, supported by JICA and FTU. Assoc. Prof., Dr. Bui Anh Tuan – who has accompanied the project throughout – has played not only a strategic leadership role but also a sustainable spiritual support enabling VJCC to successfully fulfill its mission. Evolving from a center with a basic training mission for small and medium enterprises, VJCC has become an influential and large-scale unit – not only in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City but also extending to Hai Phong and many provinces nationwide. The training programs delivered by VJCC constantly improve in quality and are recognized by society – a result of collective solidarity, dedicated leadership from the President and sustained partnership from JICA. Especially, the Institute has successfully implemented two bachelor programs JIB and DB – regarded as a bridge connecting Vietnamese youth with Japan’s advanced education system. Assoc. Prof., Dr. Nguyen Thi Hien sent deep gratitude to President Bui Anh Tuan – who has continuously accompanied, led, and inspired the VJCC community. She expressed hope to continue receiving his guidance and companionship in the upcoming journey, believing that the cooperation relationship between Foreign Trade University and JICA will grow stronger and develop further for the future of young generations and long-term connection between Vietnam and Japan.

The ceremony ended warmly with commemorative photos – where smiles, eyes, and handshakes confirmed a strong bond. This moment marked the journey of jointly fostering a strategic cooperation story between the two nations – beginning from education, spreading through trust, and continuing with heart.

On May 17, 2025, the Faculty of Japanese, FTU, in collaboration with the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO Hanoi) and under the auspices of the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan and the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam, held the final round of the BizContest 2025 – "Students with Business Ideas: Nurturing Vietnamese Talents with Japanese Enterprises."

Present at the final round were representatives from the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, the Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Vietnam (JCCI), JETRO Hanoi, the Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange, as well as sponsors, media, and academic supporters.

From FTU, attendees included Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vu Thi Hien – Vice President; Dr. Tran Thi Thu Thuy – Dean of the Faculty of Japanese; Heads/Deputy Heads of relevant units, lecturers, students, and the eight finalist teams and their supporters.

The contest aimed to foster creativity and enhance Japanese language proficiency among Vietnamese university students. With the theme “Solving social issues in Vietnam through collaboration with Japanese enterprises,” the contest drew participants from universities nationwide.

After preliminary rounds in March 2025, eight excellent teams advanced to intensive training. Students received project development training, presentation skills from seasoned experts, and practical feedback from Japanese businesses. The contest nurtured creative thinking, problem-solving, Japanese proficiency, teamwork, and confidence in public speaking.

Mr. Ozasa Haruhiko, Chief Representative of JETRO Hanoi, praised the innovative ideas and emphasized that Japanese companies in Vietnam are seeking talent with both Japanese proficiency and problem-solving capabilities. He highlighted that over 2,000 Japanese firms are currently operating in Vietnam with plans for expansion.

The final results:

•          Champion: Team チーム8：SEA from FTU, with the gender education app "SEA – Learning Through Gaming" (Prize: 20 million VND)
•          Runner-up: Team チーム7：VNJOY from HANU-ULIS with tourism support app "VNJOY"
•          Third Place:Team チーム1：MoodMeal Bento from Dong A University, Da Nang (Mood-based lunch box app)
•          Team チーム3：ReBox from FTU Hanoi (Japanese-style reusable delivery box)

 Consolation prizes awarded to:

•          Team チーム2：『Hatarakun』(Job-matching app, FTU Hanoi)
•          Team チーム4：ECORA (Waste-sorting app, Hanoi University)
•          Team チーム5：Draman Ice (Mango ice cream app, University of Foreign Languages – Da Nang)
•          Team チーム6：Finding Takara (Educational game, FTU Ho Chi Minh Campus)

On May 16, 2025, the MOU Exchange Ceremony between Foreign Trade University (FTU) and Swiss Education Group (SEG) was held solemnly at FTU's Headquarters in Hanoi.