The Labour Union serves as a vital bridge between university leadership and employees, helping the Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City (IUH) become one of the most reputable, high-quality, and internationally integrated higher education institutions. At the 17th IUH Labour Union Congress, the University proudly received the Emulation Flag from the Vietnam Industry and Trade Labour Union — an honour that recognizes the dedication, creativity, and solidarity of all IUH union members and employees.

On November 12, 2025, the 17th Labour Union Congress of IUH, term 2025–2030, was solemnly convened to conclude the activities of the 2023–2025 term and outline directions for the upcoming period.

Comrade Lê An Hải, President of the Vietnam Industry and Trade Labour Union (fifth from the left), presented the Emulation Flag to IUH’s representative at the Congress

The Congress was honoured to welcome Comrade Lê An Hải, President of the Vietnam Industry and Trade Labour Union, together with members of the working delegation. Representing the University were Dr. Phan Hồng Hải, Secretary of the Party Committee and President of IUH; members of the University Board; heads and deputy heads of affiliated units; former and current Executive Committees of the Labour Union; and 105 official delegates.

After the summary report and orientation for the new term, the Congress heard the directive remarks from Comrade Lê An Hải. He expressed his delight at the comprehensive achievements of the IUH staff and employees throughout the term. He emphasized: “The Industrial University of Ho Chi Minh City is among the leading and large-scale institutions with significant influence within the higher education system and the Vietnam Industry and Trade Labour Union. The Executive Committee of the previous term fostered unity, proactiveness, and creativity — accompanying the University in innovation while serving as a strong bridge between leadership and employees. In the new term, the Labour Union should continue spreading the spirit of ‘Accompany – Share – Spread Love’, building a harmonious and supportive working environment.”

Comrade Lê An Hải, President of the Vietnam Industry and Trade Labour Union, is delivering directives for the new term

President Dr. Phan Hồng Hải affirmed:“This Congress takes place as IUH embarks on a new phase of development characterized by strong transformation toward an innovative, internationally integrated, sustainable, and human-centred University. This presents both opportunities and challenges, requiring the Labour Union to continue asserting its role as a trusted support for employees and a solid bridge between the Party Committee, the University Board, and all units.”

Dr. Phan Hồng Hải, Secretary of the Party Committee and President of IUH, delivering remarks at the Congress

The President requested that the Labour Union focus on four key missions in the new term:

• Innovate content and methods of operation, strengthen grassroots engagement; capture union members’ needs and concerns to provide timely consultation and protection of employees’ legitimate rights and interests.
• Take care of members’ material and spiritual well-being, build a civilised and safe working environment; pay particular attention to female staff, affirming the image of IUH women who are “competent at work, excellent at home.”
• Accompany the University in higher education reform and digital transformation; promote emulation movements such as “Good Teaching – Good Learning”, “Good Work – Creativity”, linking scientific research and technology transfer with IUH’s academic quality and reputation goals.
• Develop a capable and dedicated Labour Union leadership team, flexible in coordination and implementation; strengthen social activities, spreading IUH’s humanitarian spirit and community responsibility.

During the Congress, delegates also elected the Executive Committee of the IUH Labour Union for the 17th term (2025–2030). They listened to notable reports, including “Communication and Digitization: New Drivers for Labour Union Innovation” presented by Ms. Nguyễn Thị Thương, Executive Committee member and Director of the Information and Communication Center.

1. Executive Committee of the IUH Labour Union – Term XVII (2025–2030) Total: 09 members:

• Lê Ngọc Sơn – President
• Phạm Thị Quế Minh – Vice President
• Nguyễn Quân – Standing Committee Member
• Nguyễn Minh Tú Anh – Executive Committee Member
• Trần Thị Huế Chi – Executive Committee Member
• Trần Thanh Hải – Executive Committee Member
• Đặng Quang Minh – Executive Committee Member
• Nguyễn Thị Thương – Executive Committee Member
• Trần Cao Việt – Executive Committee Member

2. Inspection Committee of the IUH Labour Union

• Nguyễn Quân – Head of the Inspection Committee
• Nguyễn Thị Thu Hà – Member
• Đinh Hồng Nam – Member

During the Congress, Comrade Lê An Hải and Dr. Phan Hồng Hải, representatives of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour, presented Certificates of Merit to outstanding individuals:
• Lê Ngọc Sơn – President of the IUH Labour Union, Director of the Institute of International & Postgraduate Training (center)
• Trần Huế Chi – Executive Committee Member, Deputy Head of Academic Affairs Office
 • Lê Văn Hoàng – Secretary of the IUH Youth Union (far left)
These individuals were recognized for their outstanding achievements in the emulation movement “Good Work – Creativity” and for their contributions to building a strong Labour Union in the 2024–2025 academic year

Ms. Nguyễn Thị Thương, Executive Committee Member and Director of the Information and Communications Center, delivered her presentation at the Congress

Representing the newly elected Executive Committee, Dr. Lê Ngọc Sơn – President of the Labour Union and Director of the Institute of International & Postgraduate Training – affirmed: “The Executive Committee will continue to uphold the tradition of unity and determination, overcoming challenges and fulfilling all assigned tasks. The IUH Labour Union will join hands with the University to successfully implement the Resolution of the 17th Congress, contributing to IUH’s sustainable development and strengthening the foundation of a strong grassroots Labour Union.”

Dr. Lê Ngọc Sơn delivered remarks, affirming commitment to directives from upper-level labour unions and university leadership

Some highlights from the Congress: