Undergraduate On November 9, 2026, Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai - Acting President of Can Tho University (CTU), hosted a meeting with a delegation from the Special Select Committee on Domestic Trade, Entrepreneurship, Cost of Living and Agriculture of the House of Representatives of Malaysia, led by Hon. Mr. Cha Kee Chin - Member of Parliament and Chairman of the Committee. The meeting was also attended by representatives of CTU’s relevant units and members of the Malaysian parliamentary delegation.
The meeting took place at CTU’s Administration Building
The meeting took place amid growing efforts by Vietnam and Malaysia to strengthen cooperation in various fields, particularly agriculture, science and technology, and sustainable development. With its interdisciplinary strengths and experience in education, research, and technology transfer closely aligned with the practical needs of the Mekong Delta, CTU has contributed to research and the development of solutions that support socio-economic development, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation. These areas also align with Malaysia’s interests and development priorities, providing a solid basis for sharing experiences and exploring opportunities for cooperation between the two sides.
In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai welcomed the Malaysian parliamentary delegation to CTU and provided an overview of the University’s 60-year history, its vision and mission, and its strategic directions for the new development phase. The Acting President affirmed that CTU highly values its cooperation with Malaysia and seeks to further expand and develop practical cooperation programs in education, community service, and scientific research, as well as student internship programs.
Building on its strengths in education, research, and technology transfer, particularly in agriculture, CTU looks forward to working with Malaysian partners to promote professional exchanges, share experiences, and explore cooperation initiatives suited to the practical needs of both sides. These were also key topics discussed during the meeting. As a key regional center for education, scientific research, and technology transfer in the Mekong Delta, CTU consistently seeks to leverage its interdisciplinary strengths and closely align its education and research activities with practical needs, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of the region and the country.
Prof. Dr. Tran Ngoc Hai shared insights into educational cooperation between CTU and Malaysia, highlighting the contributions of CTU’s staff and lecturers who had studied at Malaysian universities, as well as graduates who chose Malaysia as a destination for further study and professional development
On behalf of the Malaysian parliamentary delegation, Hon. Mr. Cha Kee Chin thanked CTU’s leadership for the warm reception and expressed his appreciation for the close ties between CTU and Malaysian universities. He spoke highly of the longstanding friendship and strong cooperation between Vietnam and Malaysia, while recognizing Vietnam’s notable achievements in agricultural development, particularly in the rice sector. Vietnam has emerged as one of the world’s leading rice exporters.
Mr. Cha Kee Chin noted that rice plays an important role in daily life and food security in both Vietnam and Malaysia. Therefore, during this visit, the delegation was particularly interested in learning from Vietnam’s experience in agricultural development, especially its irrigation systems, university-based research activities, and effective agricultural production models.
Hon. Mr. Cha Kee Chin expressed his hope that the meeting would create further opportunities for information exchange, experience sharing, and the exploration of suitable directions for cooperation between the two sides
During the meeting, both sides focused on sharing experiences in agricultural development, particularly in rice production, irrigation systems, scientific research, and the application of technology in agricultural production. Discussions also covered economic development, fisheries, natural resource management, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation, highlighting shared concerns and practical experiences that both sides could learn from. CTU’s strengths in agricultural and fisheries research, as well as in fields relevant to the Mekong Delta’s distinctive development context, provided valuable insights and practical knowledge for the Malaysian parliamentary delegation.
Delegates from both sides exchanged experiences in agricultural development, scientific research, and other areas of mutual interest
The meeting provided an opportunity for CTU and the Malaysian parliamentary delegation to deepen mutual understanding, share experiences, and identify potential areas for cooperation. It also helped further strengthen the University’s partnerships with Malaysian institutions, promote academic exchanges, and mobilize scientific and technological resources for development. This meeting marked a practical step in CTU’s efforts to strengthen international integration, linking its strengths in education and research with the development needs of the Mekong Delta and shared challenges across the region.
Commemorative photo
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