The meeting was held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and online participation. Representing HUST was Associate Professor Vu Dinh Tien, Deputy Head of the Science and Technology Department. Joining virtually from the University of Adelaide was Mr. Mark Charnley, representing Learning Futures, the University's unit responsible for designing learning solutions for businesses.

Delegates attending meeting at EVN headquarters in Hanoi on 19 August.

During the meeting, EVN, HUST, and the University of Adelaide discussed potential training cooperation tailored to EVN's practical needs, with a focus on key areas including energy transition, decarbonization, energy security, development of future power grids, as well as the application of artificial intelligence, computer science, and cybersecurity in the power sector.

Representatives of HUST and the University of Adelaide noted that the two universities could jointly develop training and professional development programmes tailored to EVN's needs. They could also bring together lecturers and experts to conduct research, facilitate academic exchanges, and help address practical challenges facing the power sector.

EVN Vice President Ngo Son Hai noted that the Group's training needs extend beyond management personnel to include technical specialists, particularly as the power sector accelerates its energy transition, digital transformation, and management innovation. He expressed EVN's expectation that future cooperation programmes would be closely aligned with actual job requirements.

EVN is also implementing a roadmap to establish its Research and Development (R&D) Center. In the initial phase, priority will be given to developing a strong pool of experts, identifying key research areas, and making effective use of the existing network of laboratories and research infrastructure at universities and partner organizations.

The three sides also discussed potential research cooperation in highly practical technical areas, including the operation of high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission systems, as well as power system management and control. They also explored opportunities to identify suitable funding sources and research grants and to facilitate international expert exchanges.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the three sides agreed to maintain designated points of contact to review suitable training programmes, explore the development of a technical expert development programme, establish a coordination mechanism to support the future operation of EVN's R&D Center, and gradually undertake joint research projects.

Translator: Hoàng Duy Khánh