Vietnam to restructure higher education institutions in 2026
(VOVWORLD) - The Politburo outlined its plan to restructure, merge, or dissolve higher and vocational education institutions in a resolution issued in August, 2025, Deputy Minister of Education and Training Le Tan Dung told a government monthly meeting on Sunday.
He said that Resolution No. 71 aims to create a breakthrough in education and training, and must be implemented seriously and promptly.
 Deputy Minister of Education and Training Le Tan Dung speaks at the government’s monthly meeting of September (Photo: VGP/ Nhat Bac) |
“The restructuring will have a significant impact on the public, so it must be conducted carefully, systematically, and decisively. The Ministry of Education and Training is fully aware of its responsibility in this important matter, which requires the concerted efforts and consensus of central ministries and agencies, local authorities, and all higher and vocational education institutions nationwide.”
The Ministry of Education and Training has been assigned to develop two projects: one on reorganizing and restructuring higher and vocational education institutions, and another on transferring some of these institutions to local management.
The Ministry will soon submit both projects to the Prime Minister for approval, with implementation expected to begin in 2026.