UEH and Saigon Trading Group - One Member Limited Liability Company (SATRA) Sign Cooperation Agreement

21 Jun, 2025

On the afternoon of June 19, 2025, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) and Saigon Trading Group - One Member Limited Liability Company (SATRA) officially signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU). This event marks a new milestone in the collaborative relationship between UEH and SATRA, aiming to enhance community service value.

At the signing ceremony, the UEH delegation included: Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh – President of UEH; MSc. Le Dong Du – Permanent Deputy Chief of the University Office; Dr. Dinh Thi Thu Hong – Permanent Deputy Head of the Department of Training; MSc. Truong Minh Kiet – Permanent Deputy Head of the Department of Communications and Partnerships; MSc. Tran Hoang Tam – Permanent Deputy Head of the Department of Finance - Investment Planning; MSc. Vo Ha Quang Dinh – Permanent Deputy Head of the Department of Facilities Management; and MSc. Phan Ngoc Anh – Deputy Head of the Department of Communications and Partnerships.

Representing SATRA were: Mr. Lam Quoc Thanh – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, General Director; Mr. Vu Duong Quan – Head of the Retail System Management Department; Mr. Nguyen Tan Hung – Director of the Market Department; Ms. Nguyen Tran Khanh Van – Deputy Director of the Human Resources Organization Department; Mr. Le Minh Tuan – General Director of Vissan; Mr. Doan Van Nam – Director of Cofidec; Ms. Vuong Thuy Tien – Director of the SatraFoods Supermarket Chain; Mr. Vuong Be Nam – Director of Centre Mall Cu Chi; along with representatives from other SATRA units.

Panoramic view of the signing ceremony

In his remarks at the ceremony, Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh – President of UEH, shared: “In recent years, UEH has continuously strived to affirm its position as one of Vietnam’s reputable multidisciplinary and sustainable universities. UEH’s development is always closely linked to the support of strategic partners, among which Saigon Trading Group (SATRA) stands as a prime example. With its long-standing history and leading position in the trade and service sector of Ho Chi Minh City, we consider SATRA an ideal partner that will bring valuable practical opportunities to our students. Through this cooperation agreement, UEH expects students to have access to a professional working environment, participate in real-world projects, comprehensively develop both knowledge and soft skills, and be ready to integrate and succeed in their careers. In addition, collaboration in investment projects, brand development, CSR, and community welfare will generate sustainable, practical value for both sides and make a positive contribution to society.”

Prof. Dr. Su Dinh Thanh – President of UEH sharing at the signing ceremony

Mr. Lam Quoc Thanh – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, General Director of SATRA, also expressed his delight in partnering with UEH on the journey of developing knowledge and human resources for the city and the country. He affirmed that SATRA always highly appreciates the dedication, strategic vision, and achievements that UEH has attained, especially in linking training with practical application, promoting innovation, and fostering community development. He believes this cooperation will yield practical value, contributing to the sustainable development of both parties and the wider community.

Mr. Lam Quoc Thanh – Deputy Secretary of the Party Committee, General Director of SATRA sharing

MSc. Phan Ngoc Anh – Deputy Head of the Department of Communications and Partnerships presenting the cooperation contents

At the ceremony, the two sides agreed on specific cooperation items, focusing on practical and long-term objectives, including:

+ Joint investment in projects and modern facilities to enhance the quality of community services for SATRA and UEH, promoting civilized consumption;

+ Connecting human resource training through professional development courses for SATRA staff and providing internship and employment opportunities for UEH students within the SATRA system;

+ Implementing CSR projects and meaningful social activities that bring tangible benefits to the UEH community while promoting sustainable business for SATRA;

+ Collaborating in brand development and strengthening bilateral communication activities to spread the reputable image of both parties;

+ Developing welfare programs that deliver practical benefits to UEH officials, employees, and students.

University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City and Saigon Trading Group (SATRA) signing the memorandum of understanding (MOU)

The signing ceremony between UEH and SATRA stands as evidence of the strategic vision of both organizations in connecting education with production and business practice, effectively meeting societal needs and aiming toward sustainable development values. This will serve as a foundation for the effective implementation of specific programs and projects, contributing to the goal of training a generation of global citizens with integration capacity and a sense of community responsibility.

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