HaUI strengthens international ties at the Cultural Festival for International Students 2025

On December 19, the main campus of Hanoi University of Industry (HaUI) erupted in a vivid display of diversity during the Cultural Festival for International Students 2025. Featuring an eclectic array of traditional cuisines, folk games, and artistic showcases, the event served as a dynamic "gateway to integration," where HaUI fosters global alliances and amplifies its commitment to excellence in a new era.

The Cultural Festival for International Students is a centerpiece of HaUI’s annual calendar. This year’s iteration returned on a significantly larger scale, harmonizing a wide spectrum of cultural, athletic, and artistic activities. Elaborate booths representing nations such as Japan, South Korea, China, the United Kingdom, and Laos stood in vibrant dialogue with the traditional heritage of Vietnam’s Northern, Central, and Southern regions.

Distinguished guests at the Cultural Festival for International Students 2025

Hanoi University of Industry continues to be a premier destination for hundreds of international scholars from China, Taiwan, Mozambique, and Laos, nurturing a multifaceted and multicultural academic ecosystem. Earlier this month, the university further enriched this experience by organizing a heritage tour to Duong Lam Ancient Village, providing international students with an immersive look into Vietnamese history and customs.

Mr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, welcomes and engages in discussions with Mr. Luo Yaoguang, Counselor of the Embassy of the People's Republic of China, and Mr. Khamtanh Somvong, Education and Cultural Counselor of the Embassy of the Lao PDR in Vietnam.

In his opening remarks, Mr. Nguyen Van Thien emphasized that education extends far beyond formal lectures to encompass cultural immersion, mutual empathy, and a spirit of global integration. He reaffirmed the university's commitment to providing a secure and hospitable environment where international students can vividly explore Vietnamese heritage while proudly celebrating their own cultural identities within a thriving multicultural community.

Mr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, delivering the opening speech at the festival

He further noted that every booth and performance acts as a vital cultural bridge. He expressed his vision that upon graduation, these students will remain lifelong ambassadors for HaUI, strengthening the bonds of friendship between Vietnam and the international community.

The vibrant Cultural Festival for International Students at Hanoi University of Industry

Oraiden Manuel, an international student from Mozambique, expressed his gratitude for the welcoming atmosphere at HaUI. He remarked that his experience in Vietnam surpassed mere education, becoming a transformative journey of friendship and solidarity. Manuel credited the unwavering encouragement from the university and the sincere hospitality of Vietnamese students for making HaUI a second home, effectively dissolving any sense of isolation for those far from their families.

Oraiden Manuel, an international student from Mozambique, sharing his remarks at the festival

The festival concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing the most creative and impactful contributions:

Mr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, and Mr. Luo Yaoguang, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy, present the First Prize to the China Booth, represented by the School of Languages and TourismMr. Nguyen Van Thien, Vice Rector of HaUI, and Mr. Jaime Eduardo Xerinda, Second Secretary of the Embassy of Mozambique, present the Second Prize to the Mozambique Booth from the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Mr. Hoang Tien Dung, Principal of the School of Mechanical and Automotive Engineering, presents the Third Prize to the Laos Booth and the Southern Vietnam Booth

Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Son, Vice Principal of the School of ICT, and Mr. Le Ba Phong, Vice Principal of the School of Languages and Tourism, present awards to the consolation prize winners

Cultural Festival for International Students 2025 left an indelible mark through shared laughter, newfound friendships, and a deepened respect for global differences. Hanoi University of Industry reaffirms its position as a modern, experiential, and student-centric institution. By expanding its global reach, HaUI empowers its youth to confidently navigate the world, carrying the torch of knowledge and the Vietnamese spirit into an era of prosperity.

Awards presentation for sports and recreational activities at the festival

Hanoi University of Industry continues to solidify its legacy as a pioneering, student-centric, and experiential academic hub. Through a globalized ecosystem of connectivity, HaUI empowers a new generation of leaders who will confidently navigate the international stage, upholding the torch of intellectual mastery and the resilient Vietnamese spirit in a transformative era of national prosperity.