Vietnam and NZ Forge Research Partnership
The Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics and New Zealand Asia Institute (NZAI) have agreed to strengthen their research cooperation, including the establishment of a Vietnam Center at NZAI under the University of Auckland. This proposal was discussed during a state visit by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam.
The elevation of Vietnam-New Zealand ties to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership has created a solid foundation for deepening cooperation between research institutions, according to NZAI leaders. They recognized Vietnam's development achievements and growing role in the region and bilateral relations.
Strategic research institutions such as the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics, the Central Council for Theoretical Studies, and NZAI should take a more proactive role in research, analysis, and policy advice to enhance mutual understanding among governments, business communities, and people of both countries. They discussed potential areas including international trade, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, green development, renewable energy, circular economy, and energy transition.