The new learning cities are added to the network on the recommendation of a jury of experts. Photo: VNA

The recognition was announced recently by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), according to VietnamPlus.

They were among the 64 new members from 35 countries recognized by the organization for their outstanding efforts to make lifelong learning a reality for all at the local level.

Ambassador Nguyen Thi Van Anh, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to UNESCO, noted that the event reflects specific steps in the implementation of policies and guidelines of the Party and the State regarding international integration and education.

Dao Quyen Truong, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO Affairs under the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, viewed it as the result of the materialization of the cultural diplomacy strategy to 2030, efforts and resolve of the local People’s Committees as well as their close coordination with relevant agencies, experts and scientists both at home abroad, and contributions by local residents.

The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities is an international network comprising cities that successfully promote lifelong learning across their communities. Photo: VNA

Apart from HCM City and Son La, three other Vietnamese cities have also joined the network, namely Sa Dec city in the Mekong Delta city of Dong Thap, Vinh city in the central province of Nghe An (2020), and Dong Thap’s Cao Lanh city (2022).

The UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities is an international network comprising cities that successfully promote lifelong learning across their communities, according to its website.

The new learning cities are added to the network on the recommendation of a jury of experts. A strong commitment to lifelong learning by the mayor and city administration and a track record of good practices and policy initiatives are key prerequisites for becoming a learning city.

A lab activity of students in Son La. Photo: VNA

With the new admissions, the network now includes 356 member cities from all around the world that share inspiration, know-how, and best practices with each other.

"Cities are key to transforming the right to education into a tangible reality for individuals of all ages. With the new admissions, the network now includes 356 member cities worldwide that share know-how and pave the way for lifelong learning opportunities for 390 million citizens,” said UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay./.

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