## University of Social Sciences and Humanities – Hanoi National University

Conference overview.Photo: Thuy Dung/USSH Media

We promote “three breakthroughs” in work related to overseas Vietnamese.
On the afternoon of December 25, Prime Minister Pham Minh Trinh chaired a national meeting at the Government House to review the implementation status of Resolution 36-NQ/TW and the instructions of the Politburo and Secretariat on affairs related to overseas Vietnamese.
In attendance were Party Central committee member and Deputy Prime Minister Bui Tan Son, Party Central Committee Secretary and Foreign Minister Le Hoai Trung, and heads of each Central Committee, ministry, branch and agency. The meeting was broadcast live to Vietnamese embassies and missions abroad. Hoang Anh Tuan, President of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities of hanoi National University, also attended and presented a paper.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Trinh gave a speech at the National Conference summarizing the implementation of Resolution 36-NQ/TW and the instructions of the Politburo and Secretariat to work on overseas Vietnamese. Photo: Thuy dung/USSH Media

This meeting reassessed and confirmed that overseas Vietnamese are an inseparable part of the Vietnamese ethnic community and a valuable resource. In the 20 years since the implementation of Resolution 36-NQ/TW, the Party and the state have paid more attention to the development of overseas vietnamese communities and created conditions for this. The ties between the party and the state, and between compatriots at home and abroad have become stronger, closer, and more substantial.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Trinh, on behalf of the party and national leadership and General Secretary Tho lam, praised the significant achievements made in overseas Vietnamese-related projects and the recent positive contributions of the overseas Vietnamese community to the overall development of the country.
The Prime Minister emphasized that the overseas Vietnamese community has grown considerably both quantitatively and qualitatively.In 2004, the number of Vietnamese living in approximately 90 countries and regions increased from approximately 2.7 million to approximately 6.5 million today in approximately 130 countries and regions. Approximately 80% of these people live in developed countries, and their role and status is increasingly recognized and appreciated by their countries of residence and the international community. Some countries, such as the Czech Republic and Slovakia, have recognized the Vietnamese as a national minority.

The meeting was attended by party and state leaders, the Central Committee, heads of ministries and agencies, and representatives of Vietnamese embassies and offices abroad. Photo: Nyandan Newspaper

Various activities are being organized to connect Vietnamese living abroad with their homeland, such as the “Spring at Home” program, Hung King Day, summer camps for Vietnamese youth abroad, etc. There are also programs that allow Vietnamese living abroad to participate in domestic activities such as visiting Truong Pagoda and DK offshore platforms. The overseas Vietnamese community contributes knowledge to the formulation of the country’s strategic policies and guidelines, including providing opinions on draft documents submitted to the Party’s 14th National Congress.
Every year, overseas Vietnamese remit approximately $15 billion to Vietnam. Vietnamese people living in 35 countries and regions invested in 457 projects worth a total of $1.729 billion across 26 of 34 provinces across Vietnam. In the overseas Vietnamese community, activities to preserve and celebrate Vietnamese culture, especially the Vietnamese language, are active, and September 8 is designated as Vietnamese Language Day.
The prime Minister highlighted “three breakthroughs”. First, it is a breakthrough in the spirit of national unity, strengthening unity at home and abroad and protecting the legitimate rights and interests of Vietnamese people abroad. Second, it is a breakthrough to further develop the overseas Vietnamese community more quickly,

Published: 2025/12/27 06:55:03

Vietnamese Language and Culture Education for Overseas Vietnamese

The University of Social Sciences and Humanities (USSH), Hanoi National University, is strengthening its commitment to Vietnamese language and culture education, notably for Vietnamese communities living abroad.This initiative builds upon the university’s long-standing history as a leading institution in vietnamese language studies, humanities, translation, and the development of effective language teaching methodologies.

Historical Mission and Current Initiatives

For decades, USSH has been at the forefront of Vietnamese language education.The university’s efforts are deeply rooted in its historical mission to preserve and promote Vietnamese language and culture. Currently, USSH is focusing on expanding these efforts to reach Vietnamese individuals and families residing outside of Vietnam. This project aims to provide accessible language learning resources and foster a stronger connection to Vietnamese cultural heritage.

Supporting Overseas Vietnamese Communities

The core of this initiative is to provide resources that help overseas Vietnamese maintain and strengthen their linguistic and cultural ties to their homeland. This includes:

• Language Education Materials: Developing and distributing high-quality Vietnamese language learning materials tailored to the needs of different age groups and proficiency levels.
• Cultural Preservation: Creating programs and resources that revive and promote Vietnamese cultural traditions, arts, and history.
• Community Engagement: Facilitating opportunities for overseas Vietnamese to connect with each other and with Vietnam, fostering a sense of belonging and shared identity.

Alignment with National Policies

This project directly supports Resolution No. 36 and the broader National Education Mission of Vietnam. Resolution No. 36, specifically, focuses on the work related to Vietnamese people abroad, including preserving and promoting the Vietnamese language and culture. Vietnam National University, Hanoi, is playing a key role in implementing these policies by connecting knowledge, disseminating the vietnamese language, and nurturing Vietnamese cultural identity within overseas communities.

Future Outlook

USSH, Hanoi National University, is dedicated to continuously expanding and improving its programs for overseas Vietnamese. Future plans include developing online learning platforms,offering teacher training programs for Vietnamese language instructors abroad,and establishing collaborative partnerships with Vietnamese community organizations worldwide. By investing in these initiatives, the university aims to ensure that future generations of Vietnamese, regardless of where they live, remain connected to their rich cultural heritage and the beauty of the Vietnamese language.

Key Takeaways

• USSH is expanding Vietnamese language and culture education programs for overseas Vietnamese.
• The initiative is rooted in the university’s historical mission and aligned with national policies like Resolution No. 36.
• Programs focus on language learning, cultural preservation, and community engagement.
• Future plans include online learning platforms and teacher training programs.