The new scholars are the latest of over 6,000 Vietnamese students who have received Australian Government scholarships. Australia Awards are prestigious international scholarships and fellowships funded by the Australian Government. They offer the next generation of global leaders an opportunity to undertake study, research and professional development. Since 1973, Australia has worked with Vietnam to provide scholarships to outstanding Vietnamese students, helping the nation to build its human resources.Scholarship awardees with Ms Karen Lanyon Australian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh city“This remarkable group of young and talented students will soon enjoy a world-class education and great life experience in Australia. However, what they do and achieve during their studies in Australia is only the first step in their success. The most important thing is that upon their return to Vietnam they will use the knowledge and skills acquired in Australia to contribute to the … [Read more...] about 52 Australia Awards Scholarship recipients set to depart
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Vietnam, Western Australia boost ties
Ngan suggested that both sides continue delegation exchanges in order to increase cooperation in economics, trade, education, and tourism and people-to-people diplomacy. She said Vietnam pledges favorable conditions for Australian businesses to invest in the country.Earlier the same day, Chairwoman Ngan met with Governor of Western Australia Kerry Sanderson in Perth city. The two sides discussed cooperative fields that require focus such as mining, renewable energy, liquefied gas, education, tourism, sea ports, and agriculture. Sanderson affirmed that the Western Australia administration attaches great importance to cooperative relations with Vietnam. At a meeting with Chief Justice of Western Australia Wayne Martin, Chairwoman Ngan hailed the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Supreme Court of Western Australia and the Supreme People’s Court of Vietnam. … [Read more...] about Vietnam, Western Australia boost ties
VN seeks cooperation with Western Australia: NA Chairwoman
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (L) and Governor of Western Australia Kerry Sanderson At a meeting with Governor of Western Australia Kerry Sanderson in Perth city on December 1, Chairwoman Ngan expressed her belief that the elevation of the bilateral strategic partnership on the occasion of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s visit to Australia in March 2018 will create a foundation for the two countries’ localities and businesses to carry forward cooperation. She noted that two-way trade reached nearly US$984 million in 2016. Viet Nam is the 16th biggest trade partner of Western Australia.Sanderson affirmed that the Western Australia administration attaches great importance to cooperative relations with Viet Nam. Viet Nam has a lot of potential to develop tourism with popular destinations like Hoi An ancient town, Son Doong cave, and Ha Long Bay, she said, adding that it is necessary to open a direct air route between … [Read more...] about VN seeks cooperation with Western Australia: NA Chairwoman
Vietnam seeks cooperation with Western Australia: NA Chairwoman
National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan met with leaders from Western Australia to seek cooperation opportunities in various fields of mutual interests such as mining, renewable energy, liquefied petroleum gas, education-training, tourism, seaport and agriculture. National Assembly Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan (L) and Governor of Western Australia Kerry SandersonAt a meeting with Governor of Western Australia Kerry Sanderson in Perth city on December 1, Chairwoman Ngan expressed her belief that the elevation of the bilateral strategic partnership on the occasion of Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc’s visit to Australia in March 2018 will create a foundation for the two countries’ localities and businesses to carry forward cooperation. She noted that two-way trade reached nearly 984 million USD in 2016. Vietnam is the 16th biggest trade partner of Western Australia.Sanderson affirmed that the Western Australia administration attaches great importance to … [Read more...] about Vietnam seeks cooperation with Western Australia: NA Chairwoman
Australia to boost Vietnam’s innovation capacity
Australia and Vietnam declared innovation as a new pillar in their strategic partnership, contributing to strengthening bilateral relations.Vietnamese Minister of Science and Technology Chu Ngoc Anh said the two governments signed the agreement on science and technology cooperation in 2013 with four priority areas, including agriculture, health, environment and marine research.In the coming time, the Aus4Innovation program will provide AUD10 million in support for targeted activities aimed at promoting Vietnam’s potential and enhancing its innovation system.“The Aus4Innovation program supports Vietnam in building and developing a national innovation system and piloting projects in fields of Australia’s strength. The program will help key Vietnamese sectors modernize and grasp economic benefits while securing employment opportunities for Vietnamese workforce amid the fourth industrial revolution,” Vietnamese Minister of Science and Technology Chu Ngoc Anh … [Read more...] about Australia to boost Vietnam’s innovation capacity