Prof. Dr. Pham Van Thuc, People's Teacher, and Rector of the Hai Phong University of Medicine and Pharmacy, has become the first Vietnamese to receive the “academician” title at the French National Academy of Medicine on December 20th in Paris. On this occasion, 24 other people were bestowed the title at a ceremony in the presence of Ambassadors and representatives of Embassies of nations whose scientists were awarded this prestigious title. The French National Academy of Medicine has nearly 500 members, prestigious scientists in various fields the world, including 180 foreigners. So far, Pham Van Thuc is the first and only Vietnamese academician honored to be presented with the title by the French National Academy of Medicine. He is also a member of many prestigious science associations and has been presented with the Honorary Professor title by many universities around the globe. The professor was nominated as an academician of the French National Academy of Medicine … [Read more...] about First Vietnamese professor becomes academician at French National Academy of Medicine
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Academy of Music marks 60th birthday
Viet Nam News HÀ NỘI - A symphony concert with musicians from the Việt Nam National Academy of Music and famed French conductor Henri Pompidor will be held tonight (Tuesday) at the Grand Concert Hall of the Việt Nam National Academy of Music in Hà Nội to celebrate the 60th anniversary of its founding. Artists will play masterpieces by international and Vietnamese composers including Ludwig van Beethoven, Gabriel Fauré, Đỗ Hồng Quân and Đặng Hữu Phúc. Pompidor is also holding master classes for the musicians at the Academy. A member of the French choral conductors society, Dr Henri Pompidor is currently teaching choral singing and conducting the Charles Munch choir at the Conservatory of Paris. He also devotes international activity to choral education, especially through master classes and workshops around the world (China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Spain, South Korea, Taiwan, Việt Nam, and Japan). "I believe that participation in choral singing as a social and cultural practice … [Read more...] about Academy of Music marks 60th birthday
US Ambassador to Vietnam makes remarks to Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics
PANO-US Ambassador to Vietnam Ted Osius on September 27 addressed leaders and staff of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics on the future of US-Vietnamese relations. The major part of the ambassador's remarks are reported by PANO's reporter as follows: Ladies and Gentlemen, it is an honor to address you today and to discuss with you the future of the US-Vietnam relationship. In 1995, our two countries made a bold choice to strike out a grand new journey together. Twenty years ago, I had the privilege of serving in Vietnam as we took our first steps along a path toward the vibrant and productive relationship we have today. I can testify first-hand as to how far we have come together. Last year we marked a major milestone on our journey when we celebrated 20 years of diplomatic relations and solidified our Comprehensive Partnership. Today, record numbers of our young people cross oceans to study at each other's universities and explore each other's cultures. US businesses are … [Read more...] about US Ambassador to Vietnam makes remarks to Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics
Deputy PM visits National Academy of Public Administration
(VOVworld) – Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh has asked the National Academy of Public Administration to renew its curriculum and teaching methods, in order to improve the quality of public employees for Vietnam’s administrative reform. Deputy Prime Minister Truong Hoa Binh delivers a speech at the National Academy of Public Administration. ad(Photo: VNA) Opening the new school year at the Academy on Tuesday, Binh said the government ordered ministries, sectors, and localities to build a facilitating administration, which is incorruptible, transparent, responsible, and efficient. He stressed the need for creative, moral, and well-educated staff. Binh said: “I call on the Academy to frequently review and update its syllabuses and teaching methods to meet the demands of a modern administration, the socialist market economy, and international integration. Education is the prerequisite for forming a contingent of professional public employees.” … [Read more...] about Deputy PM visits National Academy of Public Administration
Academy of Defense improves training military officials
(VOVworld) - Deputy Prime Minister Hoang Trung Hai urged the Vietnam Academy of Defense to revamp its education and training activities, and undertake scientific research in line with national defense strategy in the new period. Speaking at the concluding school-year ceremony at the Academy of Defense, Mr. Hai asked the Academy to take the lead in training military staff, improve the quality of its lecturers, and upgrade teaching facilities. The Academy needs to generate a stable educational environment in which to successfully perform its tasks of training, carrying out military scientific research, and international cooperation. … [Read more...] about Academy of Defense improves training military officials