Duy Tan University Advances Cross-Sectoral Dialogue on the Sustainable Development Goals
Posted On: 21/12/2025
Duy Tan University (DTU) actively promotes cross-sectoral dialogue on sustainable development by organizing, co-organizing, and participating in conferences, forums, and collaborative discussions at local, national, regional, and international levels.
Through engagement with government agencies, businesses, non-governmental organizations, international institutions, academic partners, and other stakeholders, DTU contributes to knowledge exchange, policy discussions, and the development of collaborative solutions to sustainability challenges.
During 2024–2025, DTU initiated and participated in diverse dialogues addressing sustainable tourism, healthcare innovation, digital transformation, workforce development, quality education, climate action, and sustainable engineering. These activities reflect the University's commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.
1. Cross-Sectoral Dialogues Initiated or Co-organized by DTU
DTU actively initiates and co-organizes conferences, forums, and multistakeholder discussions that bring together government representatives, businesses, academic institutions, and other organizations. These initiatives provide platforms for exchanging expertise, addressing sustainability challenges, discussing policy priorities, and strengthening cross-sectoral collaboration.
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Cross-Sectoral Dialogue / Event |
Level & Scope |
DTU's Role |
Stakeholders Involved |
Brief Description & SDG Relevance |
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ASEAN–Korea Roundtable on Tourism 2025 (AK-RT) (July 2–4, 2025) |
International – ASEAN and South Korea |
Co-organizer and Host |
Government representatives and tourism policymakers from ASEAN countries and South Korea; tourism industry representatives; academic institutions; Passage to ASEAN (P2A). |
Co-organized by DTU and P2A, the Roundtable brought together government officials, industry representatives, and experts to discuss sustainable tourism development, tourism infrastructure, workforce training, travel facilitation, and cultural diversity, fostering regional policy dialogue and cooperation. Related SDGs: 8, 9, and 17.
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Regional – Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands |
Organizer |
Researchers and academic experts; tourism businesses from Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands; environmental conservation organizations; and representatives of tourism-related management bodies. |
Organized by DTU, the forum brought together researchers, conservation experts, and tourism businesses from Central Vietnam and the Central Highlands to discuss net-zero tourism, climate change, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable tourism practices. Participants shared practical experiences and explored environmentally responsible solutions for tourism development. Related SDGs: 8, 12, 13, 15, and 17.
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9th Passage to ASEAN (P2A) Annual General Meeting (November 20–21, 2025) |
International – ASEAN |
Co-organizing Partner through the P2A Secretariat; P2A Co-founder |
Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology; ASEAN Secretariat; Microsoft Indonesia; Samsung R&D Institute Indonesia; P2A member universities. |
Co-organized through the P2A Secretariat based at DTU, the meeting brought together government representatives, ASEAN officials, universities, and industry partners to discuss inclusive higher education, digital transformation, AI innovation, student mobility, and regional cooperation. The dialogue promoted cross-sectoral partnerships to strengthen educational development and digital readiness across ASEAN. Related SDGs: 4, 9, and 17.
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DTU 2024 Scientific Conference on High-Tech Medicine in the New Era (September 28, 2024) |
National – Healthcare and Medical Research |
Organizer |
Vietnam Ministry of Health; universities and research institutes; hospitals and healthcare institutions; medical professionals and researchers nationwide. |
Organized by DTU, the conference brought together government representatives, healthcare professionals, and researchers to discuss advances in medical technologies, AI applications, healthcare innovation, and public health. Discussions also addressed national healthcare development priorities and opportunities for collaboration between academia and the healthcare sector. Related SDGs: 3, 9, and 17.
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SAP Academic Community Conference Asia-Pacific-Japan (APJ) 2024 (July 8–12, 2024) |
International – Asia-Pacific-Japan |
Co-organizer and Host |
SAP University Alliances; SAP SE and SAP Vietnam representatives; Academic Board APJC; Academic Competence Center Melbourne; international universities and business technology experts. |
Co-hosted by DTU and SAP partners, the conference brought together academia and industry representatives to discuss business sustainability, AI applications, and digital transformation. Discussions also explored innovative approaches to integrating enterprise technologies into higher education, strengthening industry–academia collaboration and preparing students for sustainable business practices. Related SDGs: 4, 9, 12, and 17.
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CyberCon Asia 2025 – AI vs AI: The New Cybersecurity Battlefield (September 13–14, 2025) |
International – Vietnam and Japan |
Co-organizer and Host |
Fore Corporation (Japan); Suganuma Group (Japan); representatives of Japanese political and diplomatic institutions; cybersecurity companies; international technology experts; academic institutions and industry representatives. |
Co-organized by DTU and Japanese industry partners, CyberCon Asia 2025 brought together international experts, business leaders, and academics to discuss AI-driven cybersecurity threats, digital security solutions, international cooperation, and cybersecurity workforce development. Through panel discussions and collaborative exchanges, the conference promoted cross-sectoral partnerships to strengthen digital resilience, technological innovation, and cybersecurity education. Related SDGs: 4, 9, and 17.
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National – Vietnam |
Co-organizer and Host |
Ministry of Information and Communications (Department of ICT Industry); Da Nang Department of Information and Communications; Vietnam Informatics Association; FISU Vietnam; universities and technology industry representatives. |
Co-organized by DTU, the conference brought together government officials, industry representatives, and academics to discuss digital workforce development, AI and semiconductor skills, and evolving labor market needs. The dialogue explored strategies to align education with industry demands and strengthen government–university–industry cooperation. Related SDGs: 4, 8, 9, and 17.
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4th DTU Tourism Forum: Higher Education in Tourism – Issues, Challenges and Suggestions (July 3, 2024) |
Regional – Central Vietnam, with International Participation |
Organizer |
Representatives of tourism management authorities and tourism businesses in Central Vietnam; academic experts, professors, and representatives from universities in Vietnam, South Korea, and France. |
Organized by DTU, the forum brought together tourism management authorities, industry representatives, and international academics to discuss challenges and future directions in tourism higher education. The dialogue explored ways to enhance education quality, align training with industry needs, and strengthen cross-sectoral collaboration for sustainable tourism workforce development. Related SDGs: 4, 8, and 17.
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DevDay Da Nang 2025 – Tech Fusion (April 12, 2025) |
Regional – Central Vietnam, with International Participation |
Co-organizer and Host (with Axon Active Vietnam) |
Da Nang Department of Science and Technology; Axon Active Vietnam; domestic and international technology companies; industry experts; researchers; academic institutions and technology professionals. |
Co-organized by DTU and Axon Active Vietnam, DevDay 2025 brought together government representatives, technology businesses, researchers, and educators for cross-sectoral discussions on AI-driven innovation, industrial digital transformation, and technology entrepreneurship. The event promoted knowledge exchange and government–university–industry collaboration to support technological innovation and regional economic development. Related SDGs: 8, 9, and 17.
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CyberFest 2025 – Cyber Defense Challenge (November 22–23, 2025) |
Regional – Central Vietnam |
Co-organizer and Host |
DevSecOps Community; DevPlus; TouchCyber; Da Nang Center for Innovation and Startup Support; cybersecurity professionals; technology businesses; universities and students. |
Co-organized by DTU and technology partners, CyberFest 2025 brought together cybersecurity experts, businesses, academics, and students to discuss AI-driven cyber threats, digital security challenges, and industry workforce needs. Through keynote sessions, panel discussions, and practical cybersecurity activities, the event strengthened academia–industry collaboration, promoted digital skills development, and explored solutions for building a safer digital environment. Related SDGs: 4, 8, 9, and 17.
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Resolution 57: Golden Opportunities for Youth in the Digital Era (April 11, 2025) |
Local – Da Nang |
Organizer and Host |
Leaders of the Da Nang City People's Committee; business representatives; DTU academics and students. |
DTU hosted a televised cross-sectoral dialogue bringing together city government leaders, business representatives, academics, and students to discuss digital transformation, technological innovation, and opportunities for youth in the digital economy. Government and industry representatives actively engaged in panel discussions and answered questions, fostering dialogue on digital skills development and government–university–industry collaboration. Related SDGs: 4, 8, 9, and 17.
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2. DTU's Active Participation in Cross-Sectoral Dialogues
Beyond organizing and co-organizing events, DTU actively participates in national, regional, and international conferences that facilitate discussions on sustainable development among government agencies, international organizations, businesses, and academic institutions.
Through its engagement in international networks such as the Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), Passage to ASEAN (P2A), and the CDIO Initiative, DTU contributes to multistakeholder dialogue, shares institutional experience, and supports collaborative approaches to addressing sustainable development challenges.
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Cross-Sectoral Dialogue / Event |
Level & Scope |
DTU's Role |
Stakeholders Involved |
Brief Description & SDG Relevance |
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International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICSD) 2024 |
International |
Participant |
Global experts and policymakers |
Duy Tan University participated in the International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICSD) 2024 on September 20–21 under the theme “Solutions for the Future.” The event gathered global experts and policymakers to share strategies for achieving SDGs in areas like governance, digitalization, climate action, agri-food systems, and sustainable cities. DTU contributed insights on integrating sustainability into higher education and AI-driven research. The participation highlighted DTU’s engagement in international SDG policy dialogue and its commitment to inclusive, evidence-based solutions aligned with the 2030 Agenda. |
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2025 ASEAN Workshop on Sustainable Development: Accelerating ASEAN Progress on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (January 13–14, 2025) |
International – ASEAN |
Participant – SDSN Member Institution |
ASEAN Secretariat; Malaysian Government representatives; Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN); regional policymakers, sustainability experts, and academic institutions. |
As an SDSN member, DTU actively participated in cross-sectoral discussions with ASEAN representatives, government officials, researchers, and development experts on accelerating SDG implementation. The dialogue addressed inclusive economic policies, sustainable financing, human capital development, and regional cooperation to advance sustainable development across ASEAN. Related SDGs: 1, 4, 8, and 17.
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2024 Annual Conference of the Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) (November 2024) |
International – Global |
Active Participant and Presenter – Vietnam Country Session |
Global Affairs Canada; Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE); government representatives, policymakers, higher education leaders, and international education organizations. |
Invited by Global Affairs Canada as part of a Vietnamese higher education delegation, DTU actively participated in international discussions and delivered a presentation at the Vietnam Country Session. The engagement facilitated cross-sectoral dialogue on educational internationalization, institutional partnerships, and sustainable higher education development. Related SDGs: 4 and 17.
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21st International CDIO Conference 2025 – Forging Connections: Synergies for a Sustainable Future (June 2–5, 2025) |
International – Global |
CDIO Asia Regional Co-Leader; Active Participant and Presenter at the Sustainability in Engineering Education Session |
Worldwide CDIO Initiative; Monash University; international universities, engineering education experts, researchers, and industry professionals. |
As a CDIO Asia Regional Co-Leader since 2023, DTU actively participated in international discussions on sustainable engineering education and presented its research, “Green Growth and CDIO Approach in Food Engineering: Initiative and Implementation Model,” at the Sustainability in Engineering Education session. The engagement fostered knowledge exchange and collaboration on integrating sustainability into engineering curricula and advancing innovative, industry-relevant education. Related SDGs: 4, 9, 12, and 17.
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2025 CDIO Asian Regional Meeting – Navigating Technological Advancements: The Role of AI in Higher Education (August 18–21, 2025) |
International – Asia |
CDIO Asia Regional Co-Leader; Regional Coordination and Active Participation in Leadership and Conference Discussions |
CDIO Initiative; Politeknik Negeri Batam; Indonesian Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology; universities and polytechnics across Asia; engineering education experts and industry representatives. |
As a CDIO Asia Regional Co-Leader since 2023, DTU contributed to regional leadership meetings and cross-sectoral discussions on AI integration, engineering education innovation, and university–industry collaboration. DTU representatives also engaged with student teams at the PBL Expo, exchanging ideas on practical, technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges and strengthening regional partnerships. Related SDGs: 4, 9, and 17.
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UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2025 – AI and the Future of Education: Disruptions, Dilemmas and Directions (September 2–5, 2025) |
International – Global |
Active Participant in Multistakeholder Discussions – DTU Vice Director and Director of the P2A Secretariat |
UNESCO; Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO); government representatives; international education organizations; policymakers; universities; NGOs; and technology industry representatives. |
DTU's Vice Director, serving concurrently as Director of the P2A Secretariat, participated alongside the Director of the SEAMEO Secretariat in UNESCO Digital Learning Week 2025. Through active engagement in multistakeholder discussions, DTU contributed to dialogue on ethical and inclusive AI integration, digital transformation in education, and policy directions for equitable learning. Related SDGs: 4, 10, and 17.
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Through initiating, co-organizing, and actively participating in dialogues at local, national, regional, and international levels, Duy Tan University continues to strengthen its role in connecting government agencies, businesses, international organizations, and academia. These engagements facilitate knowledge exchange, experience sharing, and collaborative discussions on sustainability challenges while strengthening partnerships and demonstrating the University's commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.
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SDG3. Good Health and Well-being
SDG4. Quality Education
SDG8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
SDG16. Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
SDG17. Partnerships for The Goals
Educate and conduct research integrated with science and technology to cultivate students and learners who are patriotic, humane with deep Vietnamese identity, socially aware, healthy, confident, dynamic, and creative—with comprehensive skills and capabilities to become global citizens.