Vietnam and Laos intensify collaboration in cadre education.
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| || --- || The Vice Standing President of the Hò Chí Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA), Nguyễn Duy Bắc, recently met with Bounleua Phandanouvong, the Acting Chairman of the Commission for External Relations of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee.
During their discussion in Hà Nội on June 3, Bắc highlighted the close bond between the HCMA and the Lao National Academy of Politics and Public Administration, as well as various other Lao agencies. He discussed the pivotal role of the HCMA in training and research for both parties and states.
Bắc suggested that Bounleua continued supporting both academies and other Lao partners affiliated with the HCMA in fulfilling tasks assigned by the leaders of their respective countries. Moreover, he emphasized that around 200 Lao students — doctoral, master's, and undergraduate — are currently studying and conducting research within the HCMA system.
Bắc assured that the academy will continue to refine its programs and policies to provide the best possible learning environment for Lao students and researchers.
Bounleua acknowledged the enduring support provided by the HCMA to Lao officials and public servants pursuing advanced political studies and research in Vietnam. He agreed on the importance of innovating curricula and teaching content for training Lao cadres and proposed that the two academies maintain regular dialogue to develop programs tailored to the demands of Laos' new development phase.
Bounleua also expressed hope that more Lao leaders, scholars, and lecturers would frequently visit Vietnam to engage in research and discussions with their counterparts, including those at the HCMA.
Bounleua reaffirmed his determination to collaborate closely with Lao agencies and their Vietnamese partners to advance the capacity of Lao officials and civil servants to adapt to the changing landscape of the new development phase, thereby reinforcing the traditional friendship, special solidarity, and comprehensive cooperation between the two countries.
In addition to discussing the relationship between the two academies, Bounleua also held a discussion on Vietnam-Laos ties with staff, lecturers, and students at the HCMA.[1][2] - VNA/VNS
Enrichment Data:The Hò Chí Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) in Vietnam and Lao National Academy of Politics and Public Administration enjoy a strategic partnership, primarily in training and human resource development, with nearly 200 Lao students at HCMA at the moment.
Notable aspects of their collaboration include exchange programs and regular dialogues to build suited programs and curricula for the new development context in Laos, particularly its new phase. Furthermore, there are plans for increased cooperation through more frequent visits by Lao leaders, scholars, and lecturers to Vietnam.[1]
These efforts help strengthen the historical and cultural ties between Vietnam and Laos and contribute to regional stability by promoting well-trained leadership and a competent civil service. Moreover, enhanced capacity among Lao officials escalates effective economic and social development strategies in Laos, promoting its alignment with broader regional cooperation goals.[1]
Standing Vice President of the Hồ Chí Minh National Academy of Politics Nguyễn Duy Bắc (right) had talks with Acting Chairman of the Commission for External Relations of the Lao People's Revolutionary Party (LPRP) Central Committee Bounleua Phandanouvong in Hà Nội on June 3. - VNA/VNS Photo
- The strategic partnership between the Hò Chí Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA) and the Lao National Academy of Politics and Public Administration, centered on training and human resource development, is increasingly important as around 200 Lao students are currently studying and conducting AI-driven research at the HCMA.
- Focused on adapting to the changing landscape of Laos' new development phase, the academies are innovating curricula and teaching content to train Lao cadres, fostering a general news dialogue for developing programs tailored to the specific needs of Laos.
- Given the importance of AI in policy-and-legislation, Bounleua's expressed hope for more frequent visits by Lao leaders, scholars, and lecturers to engage in AI-related research and discussions with HCMA counterparts highlights the potential for continued collaboration and advancements in AI applications for Laos' political and administrative sectors.
