VJIT students engage with Japanese students, joining hands for environmental protection
- 14/08/2025
On August 13, students from the Vietnam - Japan Institute of Technology (VJIT), Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) had an exchange session with a delegation of Japanese students at the Vietnam - Japan Youth Forum themed “United for a Greener Future,” creating a meaningful space for connection and cultural exchange.
VJIT students had an enjoyable meeting and exchange with the Japanese student delegation
Speaking at the event, Mr. Nguyen Xuan Hung, Director of VJIT, extended a warm welcome to the Japanese student delegation. He also expressed his hope that this would be an opportunity for students to exchange knowledge, expand their international network of friends, and create beautiful memories together during this program.
Mr. Nguyen Xuan Hung hoped this would be an opportunity for students to exchange knowledge and expand their international connection
Representing the delegation of 20 Japanese students from four universities, including The University of Tokyo, Tokyo University of Foreign Studies, Waseda University, and Sophia University, Shunsuke Akasaki, a third-year student at the Faculty of Agriculture at The University of Tokyo, expressed his delight at connecting with HUTECH students. He also hoped that the students would share and discuss valuable ideas aimed at common, meaningful goals.
Shunsuke Akasaki expressed his delight at connecting with HUTECH students
During the exchange, students learned about the art of calligraphy and origami folding - distinctive elements of Japanese culture. They also enjoyed the rustic flavors of Southern Vietnamese folk cakes, a part of Vietnam’s traditional cuisine. These activities provided opportunities for students to explore culture and appreciate the traditional beauty of both countries.
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Students engaged in many cultural experience activities and appreciated the traditional beauty of both nations
In addition to cultural exchange, students enthusiastically participated in group discussion sessions on five pressing environmental issues: food and beverage waste; non-degradable waste; unsorted waste; littering around stadiums; and excessive use of packaging.
For each topic, the groups analyzed the causes, identified affected parties, pointed out difficulties in handling, and proposed practical solutions, from raising community awareness and improving waste classification systems to encouraging waste reduction models. Through this, students not only sought solutions to environmental issues but also fostered a sense of responsibility and cross-border cooperation among the younger generation for a green, clean, and sustainable planet.
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Students discussed solutions to environmental issues, fostering a sense of responsibility among the younger generation
The exchange helped VJIT and Japanese students gain a deeper understanding of each other’s culture and spread the message of green living while raising awareness about environmental protection. It was also an opportunity for them to practice foreign languages, expand international relationships, and gain valuable experience for future integration.
News: Hồng Loan
Photo: Ngọc Duy
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