The Ambassador of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam visited the Silesian University of Technology
On August 6th, the Silesian University of Technology was visited by Dr Ha Hoang Hai, ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in Poland, and Bach Van Nam - first secretary responsible for culture and the press. The guests of our University were welcomed by Prof. Dr Hab. Eng. Arkadiusz Mężyk, the Rector of the Silesian University of Technology, and Prof. Dr Hab. Eng. Anna Chrobok, director of the College of Studies of the Silesian University of Technology.
Ha Hoang Hai has been serving as Vietnam's ambassador to Poland since April 2024. Previously, he held positions at various levels in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Embassy of Vietnam in Poland. This is the ambassador's first visit to the Silesian University of Technology.
International cooperation plays a key role in the University's activities, enabling the sharing of knowledge and experience with foreign partners, but also significantly improving the quality of education.
During the meeting, the Rector Arkadiusz Mężyk presented the Silesian University of Technology, emphasizing its significant scientific potential, strong cooperation with the socio-economic environment and the innovative offer of education in English. He highlighted key elements that can be the foundation for building cooperation with Vietnamese universities and companies.
The Ambassador expressed interest in the priority research areas implemented at the Silesian University of Technology, in particular cooperation in the field of materials of the future and industry 4.0. A lively discussion also concerned how to organize dual education in cooperation with industry.
The guests visited the Student Activity Centre and modern laboratories of the Silesian University of Technology. After the walk around the University campus, Ambassador Ha Hoang Hai expressed his admiration for the dynamic development of our University in recent years, emphasizing its significant progress and achievements.
We wish His Excellency Ha Hoang Hai much success during his mission in Poland!
