On the afternoon of November 6, in Ho Chi Minh City, Sai Gon Giai Phong (SGGP) Newspaper and the Vietnam Aviation Academy (VAA) signed a cooperation agreement aimed at strengthening the link between media, academic training, scientific research, and innovation. The partnership also seeks to support students in selecting their fields of study and defining their career paths.
The signing ceremony was attended by Deputy Head Tang Huu Phong of the Commission for Information and Education of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee; journalist Nguyen Khac Van, Deputy Director General of the Ho Chi Minh City Media Group (HMG), Secretary of the Party Committee and Editor-in-Chief of SGGP Newspaper; Associate Professor Tran Hoai An, Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy; along with key officials from both institutions.
Media-Academia partnership to promote knowledge and innovation
Speaking at the ceremony, journalist Nguyen Khac Van, who is Editor-in-Chief of Sai Gon Giai Phong, emphasized the role of the press in connecting universities, research institutes, businesses, and social organizations. Beyond its core mission of reporting and dissemination, the newspaper focuses on building an ecosystem that bridges knowledge, science, and technology with the city’s practical development.
According to journalist Nguyen Khac Van, the partnership with the Vietnam Aviation Academy creates new opportunities for collaboration in media, education, and the dissemination of research findings. The academy’s pool of experts, combined with its technological strengths and the professional standards of the aviation sector, provides a solid foundation for both organizations to generate tangible value for learners and the community.
A core pillar of the partnership centers on guiding the younger generation through the Sai Gon Giai Phong's program Bao Sai Gon Giai Phong dong hanh cung ban tre chon nganh, lap nghiep (Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper partners with youth in career path selection and business creation). With the academy’s participation, students will gain better access to reliable career guidance, while also developing an understanding of emerging technologies, the aviation sector, the digital economy, and the requirements for international integration.
The Editor-in-Chief of Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper expressed a desire for the academy’s experts and scientists to engage more deeply in discussions, seminars, and the creation of articles. By providing professional perspectives on a wide range of topics from incidents and achievements to new technologies in the aviation sector, they can assist the press in explaining and analyzing issues of public interest. Furthermore, leveraging their roles as experts, consultants, and critical thinkers will help provide a stronger evidentiary basis for dialogues concerning policy, innovation, and the development of the industry.
Speaking at the event, Associate Professor Tran Hoai An, Director of the Vietnam Aviation Academy, noted that the partnership between the two institutions creates new opportunities to bridge academic training and research with real-world challenges. Given the specialized nature of the aviation industry, conveying technical knowledge to the general public requires close collaboration between scientists and the press, ensuring that information is both accessible and insightful.
The academy’s strategic focus is to align its training programs with workforce demands, while simultaneously promoting applied research, innovation, and technology transfer. The support of Sai Gon Giai Phong can help showcase research outcomes, connect experts with businesses, and foster opportunities for dialogue and the exploration of practical applications.
For students, the program Bao Sai Gon Giai Phong dong hanh cung ban tre chon nganh, lap nghiep (Sai Gon Giai Phong Newspaper partners with youth in career path selection and business creation) serves as a valuable platform for sharing information about academic disciplines, professional requirements, and shifts within the labor market. Through consultations and exchanges with lecturers and experts, students can better assess their own capabilities, determine their future paths, and prepare for their professional journeys.
“Moving forward, both organizations should select appropriate programs to implement by integrating communications with knowledge sharing, career guidance, and community service. Beyond showcasing achievements, professional forums can serve as platforms to discuss emerging issues in technology and the aviation sector. The effectiveness of this partnership should be reflected in the benefits provided to learners, the creation of research networking opportunities, and meaningful contributions to society,” said Associate Professor Tran Hoai An.
SGGP, VAA collaborate in education, research, and career guidance
Under the agreement, the two parties will coordinate to disseminate information regarding policies and strategies for the development of education, training, digital transformation, innovation, the application of AI and modern technologies, and the cultivation of high-quality human resources. Communication efforts will also highlight the academy’s achievements in education, scientific research, technology transfer, and entrepreneurship.
The academy will introduce its esteemed scientists, staff, and faculty to be featured by the publication. In turn, the publication will prioritize inviting the academy’s leadership, faculty, and scientists to serve as speakers at seminars, panel discussions, thematic presentations, and events, as well as to contribute content for articles.
The collaboration also encompasses organizing domestic and international conferences and seminars, academic activities, and events focused on economics, culture, education, and science and technology. Furthermore, the partnership will support the implementation and promotion of community-oriented programs and sustainable development.
Each program and project will be discussed and mutually agreed upon, with a dedicated implementation plan developed for each. Every six months, designated representatives from both organizations will meet to review progress, evaluate outcomes, and address any challenges. On an annual basis, the leadership of both parties will convene to summarize results, draw lessons, and establish plans for the following year. Implementation is coupled with the monitoring and measurement of outcomes for each task, ensuring practical collaboration.
On this occasion, representatives of the SGGP Newspaper presented the 2025 administrative map of Vietnam and the administrative map of Ho Chi Minh City's wards and communes to the leadership of the Vietnam Aviation Academy. The presentation was part of the Trao tang ban do dat nuoc - Tu hao dau an non song (Gifting national maps – Proud footprints of the nation) program under the theme Ban do tren tay - To quoc trong tim (Map in hand – Fatherland in hearts) initiated and carried out by SGGP Newspaper.
