On the morning of August 13, 2025, National Economics University (NEU) and the University of Adelaide (Australia) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation, opening a new phase of cooperation in education and research while helping strengthen the Vietnam – Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

A view of the ceremony

Attending the signing ceremony on behalf of the University of Adelaide were Prof. David Lloyd, President and Vice-Chancellor; Prof. Jessica Gallagher, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for International Affairs; Prof. David Lewis, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, College of Engineering and Information Technology; and Prof. Noel Lindsay, Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Dean of Entrepreneurship and Business, College of Business.

Representing NEU were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Duc Tho, Secretary of the Party Committee and Chair of the University Council; Prof. Dr. Nguyen Thanh Hieu, Vice President; Prof. Dr. Pham Hong Chuong, former President; along with representatives of the leadership of the University’s colleges, departments, faculties, institutes and centers, and faculty and staff.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President of NEU, delivers remarks

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President of NEU, emphasized that the partnership between NEU and the University of Adelaide had been firmly established over the years, with many academic programs, academic exchanges and joint research activities yielding positive results.

The Associate Professor and President affirmed: “Today’s signing ceremony not only opens a new chapter in the partnership between our two universities but also helps strengthen educational and academic ties between Vietnam and Australia, toward the shared goal of creating knowledge, fostering innovation and making practical contributions to society.”

Prof. David Lloyd, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Adelaide, delivers remarks

Also at the ceremony, Prof. David Lloyd, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Adelaide, shared that this cooperation agreement builds on and expands the achievements that the two universities have nurtured over many years, from lecturer training programs and academic exchanges to interdisciplinary research. He affirmed that this is an opportunity for the two universities to jointly create international impacts and address pressing issues affecting the future of Vietnam, Australia and the world.

Prof. David Lloyd also affirmed that climate change and sustainable development are priorities for both Vietnam and Australia, opening up many prospects for cooperation between the two universities. The newly signed Memorandum of Understanding will provide a foundation for promoting knowledge exchange while exploring new areas of cooperation such as energy, green technology and the circular economy. He expressed confidence that the agreement would not only expand cooperation in education and research but also help strengthen the Vietnam – Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership during a period of development and deeper, broader integration.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President of NEU, and Prof. David Lloyd, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Adelaide, sign the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation

Under the agreement, NEU and the University of Adelaide will implement 2+2, 3+1 or 2.5+1.5 transfer programs in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Security, Software Engineering, Statistics & Business Intelligence, and Business Analytics; jointly design Machine Learning and semiconductor programs; implement student exchange programs; and conduct joint research activities, including organizing the annual “Sustainable Futures Showcase,” co-organizing workshops and conferences, delivering Train-the-Trainer programs, and collaborating on doctoral training under Project 89.

The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation is expected to lay the foundation for specific collaborative projects, helping enhance the international standing of both universities and promote educational and research ties between Vietnam and Australia.

Leaders of the two universities exchange views and share insights at the signing ceremony

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Huy Nhuong, President of NEU, and Prof. David Lloyd, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Adelaide, exchange gifts and pose for commemorative photos

Some images from the ceremony:

Article and photos: Department of Communications

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