Vietnam and Sweden are strengthening their collaboration in policy research and public administration, focusing on digital transformation, green transition, and sustainable development.
Nguyen Xuan Thang, Politburo member, President of the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics (HCMA), and Chairman of the Central Theory Council, met with Swedish Ambassador to Vietnam, Johan Ndisi, in Hanoi on 19 February 2025. During the meeting, Thang highlighted Vietnam’s interest in learning from Sweden’s public administration model, particularly as the country continues its political system reforms.
Thang proposed greater cooperation between the HCMA and Swedish institutions in key areas such as innovation, women’s leadership, and administrative reform. Additionally, he suggested organizing a seminar in celebration of Nordic Day 2025 and conducting training programs focused on governance improvements.
Ambassador Ndisi reaffirmed Sweden’s commitment to supporting Vietnam’s efforts in these areas and expressed a willingness to facilitate closer cooperation between Swedish agencies and the HCMA.