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The Sun
28-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
UKM ready to explore academic opportunities with Vietnam
BANGI: Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is open to exploring collaborative opportunities with universities in Vietnam, including the potential introduction of double-degree programmes, the establishment of a Centre of Excellence, and the development of a joint university. Its acting vice-chancellor Prof Dr Abdul Halim Abdul Gafor said the university hopes to further strengthen ties between Malaysia and Vietnam through impactful collaborations in the field of higher education; partnerships that promise mutual benefits and lasting contributions to the societies of both countries. 'In the near future, we aim to develop a joint university in Malaysia and Vietnam and expand our ASEAN Centre for Global Talent. 'We also plan to establish a Malaysia-Vietnam Collaborative Centre, focusing on initiatives that strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries,' he told reporters in conjunction with the Public Lecture by Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. Also present, UKM's Royal Fellow Tunku Zain Al 'Abidin Tuanku Muhriz, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir and UKM's board of directors chairman Prof Datuk Mohamad Abd Razak. Meanwhile, Chinh, in his lecture, praises UKM as a symbol of Malaysia's dedication to liberal knowledge, diverse integration, and connected community. He said UKM is not only a centre for imparting knowledge but also a place that nurtures the aspiration to serve, develops high-quality human capital for Malaysia, and cultivates citizens with a regional and global outlook. 'I warmly congratulate the university on these proud achievements and extend my congratulations to all students, those who carry the trust, passion, aspiration, and mission to lead the future,' he said. 'I appreciate UKM's signing of Letters of Intent for cooperation with two leading universities in Vietnam (Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam National University Hanoi), which opens up promising cooperation prospects in education, scientific research, and training high-quality human resources,' he said.
Barnama
28-05-2025
- Business
- Barnama
UKM Ready To Explore Academic Opportunities With Vietnam
BANGI, May 28 (Bernama) -- Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is open to exploring collaborative opportunities with universities in Vietnam, including the potential introduction of double-degree programmes, the establishment of a Centre of Excellence, and the development of a joint university. Its acting vice-chancellor Prof Dr Abdul Halim Abdul Gafor said the university hopes to further strengthen ties between Malaysia and Vietnam through impactful collaborations in the field of higher education; partnerships that promise mutual benefits and lasting contributions to the societies of both countries. 'In the near future, we aim to develop a joint university in Malaysia and Vietnam and expand our ASEAN Centre for Global Talent. 'We also plan to establish a Malaysia-Vietnam Collaborative Centre, focusing on initiatives that strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries,' he told reporters in conjunction with the Public Lecture by Vietnam Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh. Also present, UKM's Royal Fellow Tunku Zain Al 'Abidin Tuanku Muhriz, Higher Education Minister Datuk Seri Zambry Abdul Kadir and UKM's board of directors chairman Prof Datuk Mohamad Abd Razak. Meanwhile, Chinh, in his lecture, praises UKM as a symbol of Malaysia's dedication to liberal knowledge, diverse integration, and connected community. He said UKM is not only a centre for imparting knowledge but also a place that nurtures the aspiration to serve, develops high-quality human capital for Malaysia, and cultivates citizens with a regional and global outlook. 'I warmly congratulate the university on these proud achievements and extend my congratulations to all students, those who carry the trust, passion, aspiration, and mission to lead the future,' he said. 'I appreciate UKM's signing of Letters of Intent for cooperation with two leading universities in Vietnam (Vietnam National University Ho Chi Minh City and Vietnam National University Hanoi), which opens up promising cooperation prospects in education, scientific research, and training high-quality human resources,' he said.
Barnama
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Barnama
ASEAN Spirit On Display In Match Against Manchester United
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim (right) and his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Minh Chinh (left) hold a joint press conference at Perdana Putra today In conjunction with the Vietnamese Prime Minister's five-day official visit to Malaysia. -- fotoBERNAMA (2025) COPYRIGHT RESERVED PUTRAJAYA, May 25 (Bernama) -- Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim today said the upcoming friendly match between Manchester United and a team of ASEAN players symbolises the region's collective spirit and unity through sport. He said the ASEAN side would be led by the Vietnam national football team coach and described the fixture at the Bukit Jalil National Stadium, here, as more than just a football match. 'On May 28, as you know, Manchester United is coming here to play against the ASEAN team, led by the Vietnam national team coach. Unfortunately, he (Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh) will not be able to attend. 'I persuaded him to attend because the showcase is about the ASEAN spirit going up against Manchester United, which is no easy task. But in any case, I have extended the invitation,' he said. Anwar was speaking at a joint press conference with Chinh here today. The ASEAN All-Stars team will be coached by South Korean Kim Sang Sik, who recently led Vietnam to the 2024 ASEAN Championship title. The friendly, which is part of Manchester United's pre-season tour, is expected to draw tens of thousands of fans and highlight the best of Southeast Asian football talent. Meanwhile, Anwar lightened the mood further by teasing Vietnam ahead of the Malaysia-Vietnam clash, which would be the national team's second 2027 Asian Cup Group F qualifying match, scheduled for June 10. 'There will be a football match on June 10, Vietnam against Malaysia, and I've alerted Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, don't be too confident because we are really coming out this time, very prepared.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Anwar hails ASEAN Power Grid success, praises Vietnam's role in energy transition
PUTRAJAYA: The ASEAN Power Grid undersea cable project linking Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia and onward to Singapore stands out as one of the key achievements of this year's ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Speaking at a joint press conference with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who is on a five-day official visit to Malaysia starting yesterday, Anwar also expressed appreciation for Vietnam's strong support in advancing regional energy transition policies. 'All our programmes that we initiate, either in the context of multilateral ASEAN mechanisms or within bilateral Malaysia and Vietnam, you (Vietnam) have been very, very supportive. 'We not only pronounce but make impressive pronouncements on the gigantic projects or collaboration or diplomatic endeavour, but this time, we have been able to concretise it through effective programmes and projects, which is consistent with our energy transition policy for alternative energy for the ASEAN region,' he said. Anwar had previously announced that Malaysia would spearhead the first phase of an ambitious regional power grid integration plan, linking Vietnam to both northern and southern Peninsular Malaysia, and eventually connecting it to Singapore via the Malaysia National Grid. Anwar noted that Malaysia-Vietnam ties, elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year, have progressed rapidly, with tangible cooperation already in place across sectors such as agriculture (via MARDI), academia and maritime security. While acknowledging that some challenges remain, Anwar said both nations have agreed to strengthen collaboration through joint operations and enhanced security arrangements. He also commended Chinh's economic stewardship, describing Vietnam's progress under his leadership as 'phenomenal'. 'You (Pham) yourself are an economist; you have done remarkably well. Despite starting from a very low base after a period of devastation, but then in the few decades you have grown, and the transformation that has taken place is something that we admire, and there are certainly lessons we can learn from your experience,' he said. Reflecting on his role in strengthening ties with Vietnam, Anwar recalled that during his tenure as Finance Minister in 1993, he facilitated the entry of Malaysian banks into the Vietnamese market, a move rooted in confidence in Vietnam's future.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Anwar hails ASEAN Power Grid success
PUTRAJAYA: The ASEAN Power Grid undersea cable project linking Vietnam to Peninsular Malaysia and onward to Singapore stands out as one of the key achievements of this year's ASEAN Summit, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said. Speaking at a joint press conference with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, who is on a five-day official visit to Malaysia starting yesterday, Anwar also expressed appreciation for Vietnam's strong support in advancing regional energy transition policies. 'All our programmes that we initiate, either in the context of multilateral ASEAN mechanisms or within bilateral Malaysia and Vietnam, you (Vietnam) have been very, very supportive. 'We not only pronounce but make impressive pronouncements on the gigantic projects or collaboration or diplomatic endeavour, but this time, we have been able to concretise it through effective programmes and projects, which is consistent with our energy transition policy for alternative energy for the ASEAN region,' he said. Anwar had previously announced that Malaysia would spearhead the first phase of an ambitious regional power grid integration plan, linking Vietnam to both northern and southern Peninsular Malaysia, and eventually connecting it to Singapore via the Malaysia National Grid. Anwar noted that Malaysia-Vietnam ties, elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership last year, have progressed rapidly, with tangible cooperation already in place across sectors such as agriculture (via MARDI), academia and maritime security. While acknowledging that some challenges remain, Anwar said both nations have agreed to strengthen collaboration through joint operations and enhanced security arrangements. He also commended Chinh's economic stewardship, describing Vietnam's progress under his leadership as 'phenomenal'. 'You (Pham) yourself are an economist; you have done remarkably well. Despite starting from a very low base after a period of devastation, but then in the few decades you have grown, and the transformation that has taken place is something that we admire, and there are certainly lessons we can learn from your experience,' he said. Reflecting on his role in strengthening ties with Vietnam, Anwar recalled that during his tenure as Finance Minister in 1993, he facilitated the entry of Malaysian banks into the Vietnamese market, a move rooted in confidence in Vietnam's future.
