According to Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Quoc Nghi from the University of Paris-Saclay affirmed that the 14th National Congress marks a pivotal milestone, ushering in a new phase of development with a clear spirit of innovation. He noted that the CPV’s goal of achieving double-digit economic growth in the coming years demonstrates strong political determination and reflects Viet Nam’s ambition to advance decisively amid intensifying global competition.
Nghi expressed appreciation for the guiding principle emphasised by Party General Secretary To Lam, namely solidarity, democracy, discipline, breakthrough and development. He noted that the principle provides a crucial foundation for addressing institutional bottlenecks, unlocking development resources, and unleashing the creativity of society, including the Vietnamese intellectual community abroad.
The Congress’s targets for 2030 and vision for 2045 have generated a strong sense of optimism and enthusiasm within the Vietnamese community in France, he noted, emphasising that the focus on science and technology, innovation, and digital transformation as key growth drivers has heightened researchers’ and lecturers’ awareness of their vital role and responsibility in the country’s development.
Beyond science and technology, the expert commended the 14th Congress for prioritising cultural development, the enrichment of spiritual life, and the preservation of national identity. He stressed that community initiatives, such as Vietnamese language classes and cultural events in France, vividly reflect this spirit.
For many years, Nghi has collaborated with the University of Science and the University of Engineering and Technology under Viet Nam National University, Ha Noi, on many research and training programmes. He said he will continue promoting the transfer of new materials technology from Paris-Saclay to Viet Nam, while also contributing to the development of high-quality human resources to meet the demands of the country’s digital and green economy.
For her part, Nguyen Ngan Ha, founder of the “Hop ca Que huong” choir in France, affirmed that the goals set by the 14th Congress —rapid and sustainable development and the improvement of material and spiritual well-being— hold special significance for the OV community abroad. She noted that these priorities demonstrate Viet Nam’s commitment not only to economic growth but also to placing culture and people at the centre of development.
Ha noted that within the Vietnamese community in France, many traditional cultural values have been preserved across generations, from speaking and teaching Vietnamese, cooking Vietnamese dishes, participating in community activities, and especially choral singing. Through music and sustained cultural activities, the French people gain a deeper understanding of Viet Nam’s history and culture, while young people feel a greater pride in their roots.
The success of the 14th Congress further reinforces the belief that Viet Nam is entering a new phase of development, where culture and the OV community continue to serve as indispensable bridges.
OV intellectuals and cultural practitioners in France believe that the success of the 14th Congress will serve as a strong impetus to mobilise more resources from the Vietnamese community abroad, thus turning the spirit of “breakthrough” into concrete and practical actions.
