On the afternoon of September 12, 2024, National Economics University (NEU) and Ho Chi Minh City Development Joint Stock Commercial Bank (HDBank) signed a cooperation agreement.

Representing HDBank at the signing ceremony were Nguyen Van Hao, Deputy General Director of HDBank; Ha Thi Lam, Deputy Director of HDBank’s Human Resources Division; Bui Xuan Huong, Deputy Director of the Corporate Banking Division; Nguyen Anh Phung, Director of the Hoan Kiem Branch; and representatives of relevant HDBank departments and units.

Representing NEU were Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, Vice President of NEU; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President of NEU; Dr. Nguyen Huu Dong, Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the NEU Trade Union; Prof. Dr. Tran Tho Dat, Chair of the Science and Training Council; and representatives of the leadership of socio-political organizations and NEU’s constituent units.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, delivers remarks.

Speaking at the ceremony, Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, praised the achievements of the cooperation between the two parties and thanked HDBank for its partnership, support, and cooperation with the University over the years.

Prof. Pham Hong Chuong expressed confidence that that day’s signing between HDBank and NEU would create a new opportunity and mark a new stage in the development of their partnership. It would provide students, faculty and staff with a working environment and access to the bank’s best services, thereby contributing to the development of products and improvements in educational quality, particularly in preparing a workforce ready for change in today’s digital era.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong expressed his hope that the partnership between HDBank and NEU would continue to deepen and expand in the coming period to achieve both parties’ development goals and fulfill the University’s educational philosophy: “Creating smart pathways for each person to become the best version of themselves and bring value to the community.”

Nguyen Van Hao, Deputy General Director of HDBank, delivers remarks

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Nguyen Van Hao, Deputy General Director of HDBank, said that over more than three decades of robust development, HDBank had not only focused on effective business operations but had also consistently paid particular attention to education, with a focus on the country’s future generations.

Nguyen Van Hao, Deputy General Director of HDBank, also affirmed that the partnership between HDBank and NEU had been growing deeper and more sustainable, as demonstrated by numerous practical activities such as providing internship and recruitment opportunities for students. He described the signing ceremony as an important milestone marking a new step forward in this partnership, continually strengthening comprehensive ties toward the goal of bringing even more practical and meaningful value to students. The Deputy General Director of HDBank also thanked NEU for its trust and for enabling HDBank to work alongside the University, contributing to the development of education and the nurturing of talent for the country.

Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, President of NEU, and Nguyen Van Hao, Deputy General Director of HDBank, sign the cooperation agreement

Under the agreement, HDBank will work alongside NEU to help provide fast, convenient financial solutions, enabling students to easily access the most advanced digital banking technologies. It will also support faculty and staff in enhancing their financial capabilities and advancing scientific research and teaching.

In particular, this partnership will provide NEU students with every opportunity to undertake observational placements and internships and gain practical experience at HDBank. These opportunities will allow students to deepen their knowledge and build a solid foundation for their future careers.

Also under this cooperation agreement, the two parties will work together in human resource training and development, scientific research, and knowledge transfer; financing and arranging capital for investment projects; and financial and banking products and services, as well as communications, among other areas, to pursue development and prosperity together and contribute to the country’s overall development.

Leadership representatives of the two institutions exchange gifts and pose for a commemorative photograph

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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