In today’s rapidly globalizing educational landscape, Nam Can Tho University (DNC) continues to advance international cooperation, creating diverse opportunities for learning, research, and academic exchange for both faculty and students. In alignment with Resolution No. 71-NQ/TW (August 22, 2025) of the Central Committee on breakthroughs in education and training, DNC has launched multiple initiatives to connect with prestigious universities worldwide.

Leaders of Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital, with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, during a working visit

On August 22–23, 2025, a delegation from Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital—led by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, Director of the DNC Institute of Health Sciences and Chairman of the Medical Advisory Council of Nam Can Tho University Hospital—visited and held meetings with several major universities in the state of Virginia, USA.

Leaders of Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital were warmly welcomed by the Chairman of the Board of Virginia Tech and the leadership of its member universities

The delegation received a warm welcome from the Chairman of the Board of Virginia Tech and the leadership of its member universities. A series of in-depth working sessions focused on:

• Collaboration in curriculum development and academic programs
• Faculty and student exchange opportunities
• Strengthening joint scientific research between DNC and Virginia Tech’s member universities

Leaders of Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital, with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, signed MOUs with five member universities of Virginia Tech

At the conclusion of the visit, DNC formally signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with five member universities of the Virginia Tech system, marking an important milestone in its strategy of internationalization and in raising the quality of training and research.

Leaders of Nam Can Tho University and Nam Can Tho University Hospital, with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Phillip Tran, signing MOUs with five Virginia Tech member universities

Later the same day, the delegation continued to New England College, where an additional MOU was signed with the College President, adding another distinguished partner to DNC’s global collaboration network.

The working visit was a resounding success, opening new avenues for academic exchange, research collaboration, and international engagement—further affirming Nam Can Tho University’s position on the global education map.