ESTACA and USTH Formalize Their Partnership and Strengthen Academic Ties Between France and Vietnam
ESTACA and the Hanoi University of Science and Technology (USTH) officially signed a cooperation agreement during an online ceremony held on June 17, 2026, marking a new milestone in the development of relations between the two institutions.
This signing follows a visit by a USTH delegation to ESTACA last spring. The discussions held during that visit identified numerous areas of common ground in education, research, and international outreach, paving the way for a structured and sustainable partnership.
A Partnership Focused on Education, Student Mobility, and Research
The agreement signed between the two institutions aims to promote student mobility, exchanges among faculty and researchers, and the implementation of joint educational and scientific projects.
During the preparatory discussions, several areas of shared interest were identified, particularly in the transportation and mobility sectors. The rail sector, in particular, represents a promising area for cooperation, given the growing need for expertise and innovation in this field in both France and Vietnam.
This collaboration will enable students from both institutions to benefit from enriching international academic opportunities while fostering the exchange of knowledge and best practices among teaching and research teams.
Vietnam, a Strategic Partner for ESTACA
This new partnership is part of ESTACA’s international strategy aimed at strengthening its presence in regions of the world where issues related to mobility, transportation, and technological innovation are experiencing strong momentum.
Vietnam holds a special place in this regard. With sustained economic growth, major investments in transportation infrastructure, and a strong commitment to scientific and technological development, the country is a leading partner for higher education and research institutions.
ESTACA therefore seeks to develop lasting relationships with Vietnamese academic institutions to promote the exchange of talent, the sharing of expertise, and the development of joint projects that address the mobility challenges of the future.
A Process Already Underway
The signing of this agreement marks an important milestone, but it is only a starting point. An ESTACA delegation will travel to Hanoi next September to continue discussions with USTH teams and identify the first concrete actions to be implemented as part of this partnership.
Through this partnership, ESTACA reaffirms its commitment to developing ambitious international collaborations in the service of academic excellence, innovation, and the training of tomorrow’s engineers.
