Russia–Vietnam Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation 2026

The 2026 is designated as the Cross-Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation between Russia and Vietnam, marking 75 years of bilateral partnership. Key focus areas include joint research in marine science, nuclear energy, AI, high-speed rail, and advanced training for personnel in engineering and technology.

Partnership Focus: The initiative was announced by the leaders of both countries to deepen long-term cooperation in science, technology, and education.

A scientific and educational forum themed “Russia–Vietnam: 75 Years of Cooperation,” held from December 11 to 13, officially launched the Russia–Vietnam Year of Scientific and Educational Cooperation 2026.

In a recorded message to the event, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha reflected on his study years in Russia. He described human-resources training in the former Soviet Union as an invaluable strategic contribution to Vietnam’s development, likening it to a “golden key” to knowledge. He noted that generations of Vietnamese scientists, leaders and managers educated in the former Soviet Union and Russia today have become a priceless asset and the enduring “red thread” connecting the two peoples.

He stated that, on this historical foundation, both countries aim to strengthen trusted, sustainable and effective cooperation in the digital era and knowledge economy, jointly shaping a prosperous future and contributing to global progress. Beyond traditional strengths in fundamental sciences, he said Vietnam and Russia have ample opportunity to broaden collaboration into strategic technological domains.

Vietnamese Ambassador to Russia Dang Minh Khoi underscored that scientific and educational cooperation has long been, and will continue to be, a firm bridge between the two countries, established from the earliest days of diplomatic ties when President Ho Chi Minh sent the first Vietnamese officials to study in the former Soviet Union.

Key Areas of Cooperation:
🟢Scientific Research
🟢Educational Exchanges
🟢Technological Fields

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