On the afternoon of June 26, 2026, within the framework of the Conference "Announcement of the Master Plan for the Capital City with a 100-year vision and Investment Promotion in 2026", Hanoi University of Civil Engineering participated in the Signing Ceremony of Cooperation Agreements at the Department and Sector level organized by the Hanoi People's Committee at the City People's Committee Headquarters (12 Le Lai Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi).

Attending the program were Mr. Truong Viet Dung - Vice Chairman of the Hanoi People's Committee; leaders of the city's departments and agencies; representatives of universities, research institutes, businesses, and domestic and international organizations. Representing Hanoi University of Civil Engineering were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hoang Tung - Rector, along with leaders of the university's faculties and departments.

Overview of the Conference Program

In Session 4 of the program, Hanoi University of Civil Engineering participated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in research, development, and investment in new materials and sustainable building materials between Vietnam and Japan. The agreement was made between the Department of Science and Technology, the Hanoi Venture Capital Fund, Hanoi University of Civil Engineering, the University of Transport and Communications, and Universal Materials Incubator (Japan).

The signing marks a significant step forward in strengthening cooperation between state management agencies, training institutions, investment organizations, and international businesses to promote scientific research, develop advanced materials technology, and apply green and sustainable materials solutions to serve infrastructure development and the construction industry in line with green growth and sustainable development.

Hanoi University of Civil Engineering participated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in research, development, and investment in new materials and sustainable building materials between Vietnam and Japan.

As one of Vietnam's leading training and research institutions in the field of construction and architecture, Hanoi University of Civil Engineering identifies research on new materials, advanced construction technologies, and sustainable development as one of its strategic directions. Participating in this cooperation agreement opens up many opportunities for the University to expand international research cooperation, implement highly applicable science and technology projects, and strengthen the connection between training and research activities and the practical needs of businesses and localities.

Through this cooperation program, the parties will coordinate to promote research, technology transfer, and the development of environmentally friendly building material solutions, connect investment resources, and gradually form an innovation ecosystem in the field of building materials between Vietnam and Japan. This is also an important foundation for enhancing research capacity, training high-quality human resources, and contributing to the goal of building Hanoi into a modern, green, smart, and sustainable capital city in accordance with the 100-year master plan for the capital.

Delegates attending the signing ceremony of the cooperation agreement pose for a commemorative photo.

This event further affirms the role, prestige, and position of Hanoi University of Civil Engineering in the "Three-Party" cooperation network: State - University and Enterprise, contributing to promoting strengths in science and technology, innovation, and international integration, aiming to effectively serve the development of the construction industry and the country in the new era.

Phạm Nhung – Phòng TT&TS