Honoring a Legacy While Embracing Innovation: Petrovietnam University's Vision for the Energy Future
On July 3, 2026, the Party Committee of Petrovietnam University's Management and Executive Board held its regular monthly meeting with the theme "67 Years of Petrovietnam Fulfilling President Ho Chi Minh's Wishes: Contributing to Educational Traditions, Strengthening Confidence, Inspiring Innovative Spirit, and Determination to Complete Political Tasks."
Historical Significance
This Party Committee meeting took place as the entire country commemorated the 67th anniversary of the establishment of the Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam). This milestone marks the development journey of the oil and gas industry - a crucial sector in the country's industrialization and modernization efforts.
At the meeting, Mr. Nguyen Van An - Secretary of the Party Committee of Petrovietnam University's Management and Executive Board emphasized: "Over the past 67 years, under the leadership of the Party, particularly following the guidance and wishes of President Ho Chi Minh, Petrovietnam has continuously grown to become a pillar of the national economy. Today, our generation of cadres, party members, and students must continue to promote that tradition, especially in the context of global energy transition and the Fourth Industrial Revolution."
Meeting Contents
The meeting focused on three main themes:
- Education of Tradition and Confidence Building: Reviewing important historical milestones in Petrovietnam's development from its early establishment to the present, affirming the oil and gas industry's role and contribution to national development.
- Inspiring an Innovative Spirit: Evaluating the results of research and application of new technologies in training and production, particularly in renewable energy and clean oil and gas technology.
- Determination to Complete Political Tasks: Identifying strategic orientations for the 2026-2030 period, focusing on improving the quality of high-quality human resource training, promoting scientific research, and technology transfer.
Directing Speech
At the meeting, Ms. Tran Thi Mai - Standing Vice Secretary of the Petrovietnam Party Committee Committee recognized the efforts of the Party Committee of Petrovietnam University's Management and Executive Board in recent times. She emphasized: "Petrovietnam University needs to continue to promote its role as a leading center for training and scientific-technological research in the energy sector, especially in the context of global energy transition. The Party Committee must leverage collective strength, make breakthroughs in innovation to meet the development requirements of the Group and the country."
Development Directions Until 2030
At the meeting, the Party Committee agreed on key development directions until 2030:
- Completing organizational structure and improving management capacity according to the smart university model.
- Strengthening training of high-quality human resources, especially in renewable energy and clean oil and gas technology.
- Developing an international partnership network, attracting leading experts in teaching and research.
- Investing in modern physical facilities, equipping advanced technology for training and research.
- Increasing the application of artificial intelligence and big data in management and teaching.
Summary of Petrovietnam's Key Development Milestones (1959-2026)
| Period | Key Events | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| 1959-1975 | Establishment of the General Department of Oil and Gas | Beginning of Vietnam's oil and gas industry |
| 1976-1990 | Establishment of Vietnam Oil and Gas Group | Reorganization of the industry into a group model |
| 1991-2000 | Discovery of Bach Ho Oil Field | Turning point in energy self-sufficiency |
| 2001-2010 | International expansion of operations | Strengthening cooperation with major oil and gas corporations |
| 2011-2020 | Shift toward renewable energy | Responding to global energy transition trends |
| 2021-2026 | Establishment of Petrovietnam University | Training high-quality human resources for the industry |
Petrovietnam University Development Indicators Assessment (2021-2026)
| Indicator | 2021 | 2023 | 2025 | 2026 Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | 5,000 | 7,500 | 10,000 | 12,000 |
| Number of research projects | 50 | 120 | 200 | 250 |
| International publications | 30 | 80 | 150 | 200 |
| International partners | 15 | 30 | 50 | 70 |
| Student satisfaction index | 80% | 85% | 90% | 95% |
Conclusion
The July 2026 Party Committee meeting at Petrovietnam University's Management and Executive Board affirmed the determination to continue promoting the 67-year tradition of construction and development of Petrovietnam, while identifying new strategic orientations in the context of energy transition and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. With an innovative spirit and aspiration for contribution, the Party Committee and all cadres, lecturers, and students of Petrovietnam University commit to making unremitting efforts to successfully complete the assigned tasks, contributing to the country's industrialization and modernization cause.
This is an opportunity for each party member, cadre, lecturer, and student of Petrovietnam University to reflect on their responsibilities, continue to promote the spirit of "studying and following President Ho Chi Minh's moral example," and contribute to building a stronger Petrovietnam, worthy of the trust of the Party and the people.
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