Wilfried Lulei was born in Láryšov, the Czech Republic, on September 7, 1938. His life from the beginning of his study, research and career were all related to Vietnam, giving the country and people of Vietnam an important place in his heart.
As one of the founders of the German-Vietnamese Society (DVG), he wrote many books about Vietnam.
Prof. Lulei also participated in many seminars, conferences, and talks on Vietnam to help German and international friends better understand the country's history as well as its current changes.