President Ogawa Attends the 4th Japan–Vietnam University Presidents’ Conference
The 4th Japan–Vietnam University Presidents’ Conference, under the theme “Achievements and Future Vision of Japan–Vietnam Academic Collaboration,” was held at the University of Osaka's Suita Campus on October 8–9, 2026. President Hisao Ogawa attended the conference on behalf of Kumamoto University.
The conference brought together nearly 400 participants from approximately 70 universities and institutions in Japan and Vietnam. Participants engaged in discussions on global human resource development, international collaborative education, and industry–academia–government collaboration to further strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
President Ogawa served as a co-chair of Parallel Session B-1, themed “Building an Innovation Ecosystem through Industry–Academia–Government Collaboration between Japan and Vietnam.” The session focused on university-led joint research, technology transfer, the development of highly skilled professionals, and collaboration with regional industries.
At the plenary session on October 9, President Ogawa presented a summary of the discussions from Parallel Session B-1, emphasizing the importance of continued collaboration among universities, industry, and government. He also highlighted the growing concentration of semiconductor-related industries in Kumamoto and touched upon Kumamoto University's initiatives in collaboration with local industries and governments.
During the conference, President Ogawa also strengthened ties with the Consul General, university presidents, and other representatives from Japan and Vietnam.
Kumamoto University will continue to strengthen partnerships with universities in Vietnam and other countries, promoting international education, research, and industry–academia–government collaboration.
President Ogawa serving as a co-chair of Parallel Session B-1
President Ogawa reporting on the session discussions at the plenary session
