Ho chi minh city: The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) hopes to expand cooperation with Irish partners through global-scale joint research programmes, as well as scholarships and short-term training courses aimed at developing strategic human resources, particularly mid- and high-level officials of the Vietnamese Party and State. HCMA Standing Vice President Assoc. Prof. Dr. Le Hai Binh made the statement while receiving the Irish Ambassador to Vietnam, Deirdre N­ Fhallºin, on June 23 to review achievements in bilateral cooperation and discuss key priorities for collaboration in the next stage of development.

According to Vietnam News Agency, the meeting focused on strengthening ties between the HCMA and Irish institutions, highlighting the importance of collaborative efforts in research and training to enhance the skills and expertise of Vietnamese officials. The discussions were aimed at building upon existing partnerships and exploring new opportunities for mutual benefit in areas of strategic development and governance.

The HCMA has been actively seeking international cooperation to enhance its educational and training programmes, underscoring the significance of global partnerships in fostering innovation and knowledge exchange. The potential collaboration with Ireland is expected to bring valuable insights and advanced methodologies to the academy's curriculum, further supporting Vietnam's goals of modernization and international integration.