On December 20, 2023, in Ba Ria City, the Vietsovpetro joint venture, a collaboration between Vietnam and Russia, signed a cooperation agreement with Petrovietnam University (PVU) and awarded 25 scholarships to its students.
The event was attended by prominent figures from Vietsovpetro, including Deputy General Director Mai Dang Tuan, Deputy Head of Human Resources Vo Van Chau, Deputy Head of Geology and Mining Le Hong Quan, and representatives from various departments.
Tiếp đón đoàn công tác, về phía PVU có TS Phan Minh Quốc Bình - Hiệu trưởng Nhà trường; cùng các thành viên trong Ban Giám hiệu, lãnh đạo các phòng/khoa/trung tâm của Nhà trường.
PVU welcomed the delegation, led by its President, Dr. Phan Minh Quoc Binh, along with members of the university's administrative board and leaders of its departments and centers. During the event, Dr. Binh provided an overview of PVU's achievements and its aspiration for modernization and digital transformation in line with the current energy sector trends. He highlighted PVU's attainment of the ABET standard and its ongoing commitment to quality and reputation, along with the university's intensified research efforts.
Mr. Mai Dang Tuan congratulated PVU on its accomplishments and expressed his pleasure in visiting and working with PVU. He gave an overview of Vietsovpetro's history and development, noting its significant achievements in oil extraction and revenue generation over 42 years. He also discussed Vietsovpetro's capabilities and experience in providing high-quality services in the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors, and its exploration of investment opportunities in renewable energy fields, especially offshore wind power and hydrogen technology.
The meeting included discussions on human resource development, technical services, scientific research, and other collaborative activities based on the strengths of both organizations.
The signed agreement included provisions for joint training and research initiatives, facility visits, and participation in professional activities and academic conferences. PVU will collaborate with Vietsovpetro to organize master's degree courses for its employees based on specific training needs, and both parties will work together on long-term scientific research programs and technology applications.
In his speech, Mr. Mai Dang Tuan emphasized the cooperation agreement's demonstration of the close interaction between the production and educational units and their commitment to applying the latest knowledge and technology for community and societal benefits. He expressed confidence that the partnership would enhance training quality, research, and application of advanced science and technology, thereby improving human resource quality and business efficiency.
Student Le Thi Bich Thao, representing the scholarship recipients, expressed gratitude for the support, which she described as both financial aid and a motivation for further academic and personal development.
Dr. Phan Minh Quoc Binh expressed his gratitude to Vietsovpetro for their ongoing support and looked forward to continued collaboration. He congratulated the scholarship recipients and encouraged them to strive in their studies and contribute to the development of the joint venture, Petrovietnam, and Vietnam's oil, gas, and energy sectors.
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