On the morning of September 9, National Economics University (NEU) hosted the opening ceremony for the 2024 “Overseas Immersion Programme” student exchange program between NEU and Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore.

Representing Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore, at the opening ceremony were Tang Ji-en, Charis and Lee Kok Ann, Leonard, delegation leaders. Representing NEU were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU; Dr. Dao Thanh Tung, Head of the Department of International Cooperation; and leadership representatives from the University’s functional units, along with 64 students from the two institutions participating in the program.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, delivers remarks.

In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, welcomed delegates and students to the 2024 student exchange program between NEU and Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore.

Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thanh Hieu affirmed that, since its launch in 2022, the program has provided many opportunities for more than 400 students from the two institutions to connect through classes and a range of other engaging and rewarding experiential activities, thereby helping to build and strengthen a lasting, long-term relationship between NEU and Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

Assoc. Prof. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU, expressed his confidence that, after more than two weeks of experiencing the “Overseas Immersion Programme” amid Hanoi’s beautiful autumn weather, students would become integrated into NEU’s learning environment, gain further knowledge, and develop a better understanding of Vietnam’s dynamic, emerging economy. He was certain that the program would offer all participating students wonderful, memorable experiences of Vietnam’s land, people, and cultural diversity.

Lee Kok Ann, Leonard, representing Ngee Ann Polytechnic, delivers remarks.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu presents gifts and poses for a commemorative photo with representatives of the Ngee Ann Polytechnic delegation.

The student exchange program between NEU and Ngee Ann Polytechnic is held annually to provide participating students with knowledge of Vietnam’s history, culture, economy, and market, as well as opportunities to experience Vietnam and Singapore. The program includes classroom activities (presentations, workshops, etc.), field visits, diplomatic activities, and opportunities to explore and learn about Vietnam’s economy and culture. Through the program, students will enhance their awareness and understanding of economic, political, and social issues in Vietnam and Singapore; improve their English proficiency and soft skills; and deepen their understanding of Vietnam–Singapore diplomatic relations. The program will run from now through September 28, 2024.

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