The signing of the Coordination Plan for the 2026–2030 period between the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee and Ho Chi Minh City University of Law (ULAW) on 2 October 2026 marks a significant milestone in the City’s institutional development. It also creates substantial strategic value for the University, its academic community and its students.
Delegates pose for commemorative photographs at the ceremony
Strengthening ULAW’s Position as a Leading Think Tank for Institutional and Policy Development
Beyond its established role as a key institution for legal education, ULAW continues to strengthen its position as a strategic adviser, providing expert policy analysis and independent assessment to the administration of Ho Chi Minh City, a special-class municipality.
The University’s reputation is reinforced by substantive contributions, notably recognised through a Certificate of Merit from the Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee for its contribution to the development of the Law on Urban Development, No. 18/2026/QH16.
Bringing Real-World Challenges into Academic Practice
ULAW’s experts, lecturers and researchers have opportunities to contribute directly to addressing the City’s complex legal challenges. These range from resolving legal obstacles affecting stalled projects involving public-private partnerships (PPPs), land and public investment to supporting international dispute prevention and administrative litigation.
The dynamic realities of urban governance in Ho Chi Minh City provide a rich foundation for applied research and scholarly publications with both academic merit and practical relevance.
Mr. Trần Văn Bảy, Member of the Ho Chi Minh City Party Committee and Vice Chairman of the City’s People’s Committee, and Dr. Lê Trường Sơn, Secretary of the University’s Party Committee and Rector of Ho Chi Minh City University of Law, conduct the signing ceremony on behalf of their respective institutions
Connecting Legal Theory with Practice to Enrich the Student Experience
ULAW students benefit from curricula and teaching materials informed by the latest legal developments and the practical implementation of laws in Ho Chi Minh City.
They learn from lecturers who directly contribute to policy advisory work for the City’s People’s Committee.
The partnership also opens up opportunities for internships, research and career development within the City’s departments, agencies and judicial bodies.
ULAW’s leadership presents a commemorative gift to the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee
At the signing ceremony for the 2026–2030 Coordination Plan, ULAW’s leadership reaffirmed the University’s strong commitment to the City’s development:
“As a key institution for legal education in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City University of Law recognises its responsibility to connect education and research with the resolution of real-world legal challenges. The University’s academic standing must continue to be strengthened through rigorous, evidence-based analysis, objective advice and meaningful contributions to society.”
“The trust placed in us by the City is both an honour and a motivation to further strengthen our capabilities. The University is committed to working alongside the City with responsibility, openness and dedication, contributing its professional expertise to translate institutional breakthroughs into tangible benefits for residents, businesses and the City’s sustainable development.”
The 2026–2030 strategic partnership provides a strong foundation for ULAW’s continued advancement, further affirming its standing as one of Vietnam’s leading institutions for legal education.
Prepared by: Department of Communications and Enterprise Relations