The agreement will set up an effective channel to develop a contingent of nuclear energy and nuclear technology experts for Vietnam in general and for the institute in particular, Deputy Minister of Science and Technology Tran Viet Thanh said at the signing ceremony.
Thanh said Vietnam is implementing a nuclear power development programme, so it is vital for the country to have a pool of high-quality staff to ensure the effort’s success.
Meanwhile, Ms Claire Pierangelo, US Deputy Ambassador to Vietnam, underlined the importance of developing manpower for operating the nuclear power plant.
The signing is even more meaningful as the two countries will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the normalisation of diplomatic relations this year, she said.
The Deputy Ambassador said she believed the co-operation will not only help Vietnam produce a qualified personnel but also enable the two sides’ further co-operation in nuclear technology as well as nuclear energy.
The Westinghouse Company has been an important partner of Vietnam in the nuclear power field, especially in the training of manpower.
Also at the agreement-signing ceremony, the company granted four scholarships for four Vinatom employees to study civil nuclear power in the US in 2015.
