Under Plan No. 90/KH-CĐGD dated September 9, 2025, of the Vietnam National Union of Education on organizing trade union congresses at all levels leading up to the 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress for the 2026-2031 term, and with the approval of the Standing Committee of the Vietnam National Union of Education and the NEU Party Committee, the 35th Trade Union Congress of National Economics University (NEU) for the 2025-2030 term took place on November 12, 2025, in an atmosphere of democracy and solidarity.

Overview of the 35th NEU Trade Union Congress for the 2025-2030 term

Representing the Vietnam National Union of Education at the Congress were Dr. Nguyen Ngoc An, Member of the Presidium of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, Member of the Executive Committee of the Party Organization of the Ministry of Education and Training (MOET), and President of the Vietnam National Union of Education; along with members of its Standing Committee and heads and deputy heads of its specialized departments.

Delegates from trade unions at other institutions included Nguyen Thien Duy, President of the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City Trade Union; Bui Duc Hung, President of the Hanoi University of Science and Technology Trade Union; Nguyen Ngoc Lam, President of the Hanoi University of Civil Engineering Trade Union; Ngo Thi Kieu Oanh, President of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities Trade Union; and Pham Dinh Hieu, Vice President of the University of Science Trade Union.

Representing NEU were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President of NEU; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President; Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, Chair of the Economics Professorial Council; Prof. Dr. Tran Tho Dat, Chair of the Scientific and Training Council; and Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Ha, Chair of the Advisory Council. Also attending were members of the Executive Committee of the Party Organization, rectors of NEU’s constituent schools, secretaries of Party cells and constituent Party Organizations, heads and deputy heads of units, current and former presidents of the University’s constituent trade unions, and 147 delegates representing nearly 1,100 trade union members across the University.

The Presidium chairs the Congress

Dr. Nguyen Huu Dong, President of the NEU Trade Union, delivers the opening remarks at the 35th NEU Trade Union Congress for the 2025-2030 term on behalf of the Presidium

In his opening remarks, Nguyen Huu Dong, President of the NEU Trade Union, affirmed that the Trade Union Congress was an important political event for trade union officials and members throughout the University. The Congress took place as NEU was undergoing significant changes in implementing university autonomy in accordance with Party and State policies; continuing to promote “Studying and following Ho Chi Minh’s thought, morality, and style” in conjunction with innovation and creativity in teaching and learning; and striving for achievements to welcome the 17th Congress of the Vietnam National Union of Education, leading up to the 14th Vietnam Trade Union Congress.

At the Congress, delegates will focus on completing the following agenda: 1. Discuss and approve the report reviewing implementation of the Resolution of the 34th NEU Trade Union Congress; 2. Discuss and agree on the directions and tasks for NEU Trade Union activities for the 202-2030 term; 3. Select candidates for election to the NEU Trade Union Executive Committee for the 2025-2030 term; 4. Elect delegates to attend the 17th Congress of the Vietnam National Union of Education; 5. Discuss and approve the Congress Resolution.

Dr. Nguyen Huu Dong emphasized: “With the motto ‘Solidarity, democracy, discipline, innovation, development,’ the preparations we have diligently made, the enthusiasm of the Congress, and the sense of responsibility of every delegate present today, I am confident that the 35th NEU Trade Union Congress for the 2025-2030 term will be a great success.”

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council, addresses the Congress and provides guidance

Addressing the Congress and providing guidance, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council, and Dr. Nguyen Ngoc An, Member of the Executive Committee of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, Member of the MOET Party Civil Affairs Committee, and President of the Vietnam National Union of Education, both highly commended the NEU Trade Union’s achievements during the past term. They also emphasized the role of the NEU Trade Union given the University’s standing as a leading institution in the country in economics, management, and business administration.

During the past term, the NEU Trade Union demonstrated its strength as a grassroots trade union, operating systematically, consistently, creatively, and effectively in close alignment with its functions and duties. Through practical activities and approaches, it effectively supported members’ well-being and protected their lawful and legitimate rights and interests. It participated in developing internal mechanisms and policies to raise incomes, improve working conditions, and support the material and spiritual well-being of educators and employees throughout the University. These efforts contributed to a democratic, open, and creative environment at the University and, in particular, to building an exemplary and civilized university culture.

The NEU Trade Union introduced numerous innovations in legal communication and education and effectively organized emulation movements. Professional activities built on existing strengths, while scientific research was promoted to support innovation and improve the quality of education. Numerous interest clubs were established to bring members together and diversify trade union activities. The Union also actively supported activities organized by the Vietnam National Union of Education. Dr. Nguyen Ngoc An affirmed that the NEU Trade Union had fully implemented the Resolution of its 34th Congress.

Dr. Nguyen Ngoc An, Member of the Executive Committee of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, Member of the MOET Party Civil Affairs Committee, and President of the Vietnam National Union of Education, addresses the Congress and provides guidance

During 2023-2025, the NEU Trade Union has been undergoing a period of transition marked by considerable upheaval and challenges. Refining and expanding university autonomy requires maintaining and improving the quality of education and scientific research while ensuring organizational stability and increasing incomes for public employees and other workers. Alongside continuing to implement the Resolutions of Party congresses at all levels and Resolution 29-NQ/TW on fundamental and comprehensive reform of education and training, the NEU Trade Union has also implemented the Resolution of the 16th Congress of the Vietnam National Union of Education, fostering patriotic emulation and innovation throughout the system. These activities have generated fresh momentum, helping shape a new profile and spirit of development for NEU.

This development context is also closely linked to national strategic directions, particularly the “four pillar resolutions”: Resolution 57-NQ/TW on science and technology, Resolution 59-NQ/TW on international integration, Resolution 66-NQ/TW on reforming legal work, and Resolution 68-NQ/TW on private sector development. These are regarded as important institutional foundations for driving national breakthroughs. In education, the Politburo’s Resolution 71-NQ/TW continues to affirm education as a top national policy priority, emphasizing the need for comprehensive reform of mechanisms and curricula and greater autonomy for educational institutions. In this context, NEU is not merely adapting but also proactively leading the reform process, affirming its pioneering role in Vietnam’s higher education system.

Members of the NEU Trade Union Executive Committee elected at the 35th Congress for the 2025-2030 term are introduced to the Congress

The University’s leaders present certificates of merit and flowers in appreciation to outgoing members of the Executive Committees of the NEU Trade Union and its constituent trade unions

After more than 4 hours of focused, serious, and responsible work, the 35th NEU Trade Union Congress for the 2025-2030 term concluded successfully. The success of this Congress was due first and foremost to the thorough preparations made by the 34th Executive Committee, together with the sense of responsibility of the constituent trade unions and every trade union official and member throughout the University, and the serious and responsible participation of each delegate. Particularly important were the coordination, support, and enabling conditions provided by the University’s leaders, the leaders of its units, and the Vietnam National Union of Education.

Delegates at the Congress pose for a commemorative photograph

Following this Congress, NEU’s teaching community needs to focus on implementing and continuing to vigorously promote emulation movements and campaigns, while effectively fulfilling the functions and duties of the trade union organization. This requires the newly elected Trade Union Executive Committee to innovate in the content and methods of its activities, under the leadership of the Party Committee and in close coordination with the administration and sociopolitical organizations, to strengthen the University in every respect and contribute to fulfilling NEU’s mission, vision, and development goals in the new period.

Dr. Le Viet Thuy, Director of the Center for Information Technology Applications, presents the Congress agenda and rules of procedure for approval

Dr. Vu Thanh Bao, Head of the Delegate Credentials Verification Committee, reports the results of delegate credentials verification

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Thi Huyen, Vice President of the NEU Trade Union in its 34th term and Vice Dean of the Faculty of Marketing, presents the report reviewing trade union activities for 2023-2025 and the directions and tasks for the 2025-2030 term

MSc. Nguyen Hoang Ha, Head of the Department of Political Affairs and Student Management, presents a consolidated report on feedback from trade union members, public employees, and workers

Dr. Bui Duc Dung, Head of the Vote Counting Committee, announces the rules and provides instructions for electing the Trade Union Executive Committee for its 35th term and delegates to the 17th Congress of the Vietnam Education Union

Dr. Tran Quang Chung, President of the Trade Union of the School of Accounting and Auditing, presents the draft Resolution of the Congress on behalf of the Secretariat

Dr. Nguyen Quynh Hoa, President of the Trade Union of the Faculty of Planning and Development, announces the commendation Decisions

Dr. Nguyen Thi Hue, President of the Trade Union of the Faculty of Law, presents a discussion paper at the Congress

Dr. Vu Huan, President of the Trade Union of the Faculty of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, presents a discussion paper at the Congress

Delegates cast their ballots to elect the NEU Trade Union Executive Committee for its 35th term, 2025-2030

The Vietnam Education Union presents flowers in celebration of the Congress

The University leadership presents flowers in celebration of the Congress

The Trade Union of the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City presents flowers in celebration of the Congress

The Trade Union of the Five-University Cluster presents flowers in celebration of the Congress

Some photos from the Congress:

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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