PM Pham Minh Chinh Hosts U.S. Universities, Including UConn

On March 31, Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met with a delegation of 21 top U.S. universities, including the University of Connecticut, at the Government Headquarters in Vietnam. The delegation participated in the International Academic Partnership Program (IAPP) 2025, which aims to strengthen academic ties between Vietnam and the U.S. in areas like STEM, AI, biotechnology, and green energy.

The IAPP, organized by the U.S. Embassy, Department of Education and Training, and the American Institute of International Education, promotes long-term, sustainable cooperation between the two countries' universities. Vietnam-U.S. educational relations have grown significantly, with around 30,000 Vietnamese students currently studying in the U.S. and over 50 joint training programs.

Prime Minister Chinh emphasized the importance of education in Vietnam’s national policy and committed 20% of the state budget to furthering educational development. He encouraged U.S. universities to expand cooperation in high-tech fields, joint research, and student exchanges, aligning academic efforts with the needs of both nations’ industries.

The meeting underscored the shared goal of deepening the Vietnam-U.S. partnership, particularly in education and innovation, to benefit both countries and contribute to regional and global development.