Undergraduate Amid the increasingly dynamic global landscape of cooperation in education, science, and technology, Can Tho University (CTU) has continued to affirm its role as a key academic hub for the Mekong Delta through the expansion of its international partnership network.
Building upon the fruitful collaborations achieved over recent years, on May 14, 2026, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Tinh - Rector of CTU, welcomed and met with Dr. Vipra Pandey - Consul General of India in Ho Chi Minh City. Also attending the meeting were Dr. Le Van Lam - Vice Rector; Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Minh Chau - Former Director of the Southern Horticultural Research Institute; together with representatives of the University’s affiliated units.
CTU welcomed Dr. Vipra Pandey for an official visit and meeting
During the meeting, both sides discussed various potential areas for cooperation, particularly in high-tech agriculture, information technology, artificial intelligence, semiconductor technology, biotechnology, engineering, and digital transformation. The discussions focused on strengthening academic linkages between Indian universities and research institutes and CTU, promoting short-term training programs, credit transfer initiatives, student and faculty exchanges, and expanding applied research collaboration in support of the sustainable development of the Mekong Delta region.
The meeting took place at CTU’s Administration Building
In his welcoming remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Tinh highly appreciated the effective cooperation between CTU and Indian partners over the years. One of the most notable collaborative achievements has been the long-standing partnership between the CTU Software Center (CUSC) and Aptech Limited. As of April 2026, the program had trained 7,098 learners in fields such as software engineering, multimedia design, system administration, and intelligent data analytics. Many graduates are currently working for leading technology enterprises both in Vietnam and abroad, contributing significantly to digital transformation and the development of high-quality technological human resources for the region.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Trung Tinh expressed his confidence that the visit would further strengthen the friendship and cooperative relationship between India and Vietnam in general, while opening up new opportunities for educational cooperation, research collaboration, and cultural exchange between CTU and Indian partners in particular
In the field of research and sustainable development, from 2023 to the present, CTU and Indian partners have jointly implemented five collaborative projects with a total budget exceeding VND 3.7 billion, focusing on smart agriculture, environmental sustainability, and greenhouse gas emission reduction in agricultural production. Notable initiatives include projects on the application of bio-products in rice cultivation to reduce emissions in the Mekong Delta, as well as smart agriculture training programs for Indian students. In addition, CTU has successfully organized Tropical Semester programs for Indian universities, attracting more than 100 students and doctoral researchers from various higher education institutions. The programs focused on climate-smart agriculture, IoT applications in agriculture, agricultural technology, and sustainable agricultural development.
Speaking at the meeting, Dr. Vipra Pandey expressed his appreciation for the achievements and strategic development orientation of CTU, while acknowledging the substantial outcomes of cooperation between the University and Indian partners in recent years. The Consul General affirmed his commitment to further supporting bilateral cooperation activities, particularly in student exchange programs, credit transfer initiatives, short-term training programs, undergraduate and postgraduate education, as well as cooperation in agriculture, biotechnology, engineering, and the training of high-quality specialists.
Dr. Vipra Pandey affirmed his commitment to further supporting bilateral cooperation activities, particularly in student exchange programs, credit transfer initiatives, short-term training programs, and undergraduate and postgraduate education
Within the framework of the meeting, CTU proposed that the Consulate General of India continue supporting the University in expanding partnerships with Indian universities, research institutes, and technology enterprises, particularly in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, smart agriculture, environmental research, and digital transformation. At the same time, the University expressed its desire to further strengthen collaborative research programs on sustainable development in the Mekong Delta, especially in climate-smart agriculture, environmental sustainability, and digital technology applications in agriculture, while also promoting language and cultural exchange activities between students and faculty members of both sides.
Delegates participated in discussions and shared perspectives during the working session
The meeting not only further strengthened the cooperative relationship between CTU and the Consulate General of India in Ho Chi Minh City, but also opened up new opportunities for knowledge exchange, innovation, and the development of high-quality human resources for the Mekong Delta region. In its journey toward becoming a leading center for education, scientific research, and technology transfer in the region and across the country, CTU continues to affirm its pioneering role in promoting international cooperation, advancing academic excellence, and contributing to sustainable agricultural development, digital transformation, and adaptation to global challenges. With a vision of deep international integration and a mission of serving the community, CTU is steadily connecting global knowledge resources to foster sustainable development for the Mekong Delta, Vietnam, and the broader international community.
Commemorative photo
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