The Provincial People's Committee works with Japanese enterprise regarding education and training cooperation

Delegates attend the meeting with SPRIX Corporation (Japan).

At the meeting, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Pham Van Nghiem expressed his pleasure in welcoming representatives from SPRIX JSC as they explored cooperation opportunities in Hung Yen. He provided an overview of the province's geographical location, potential, advantages, and development orientation. He emphasized Hung Yen's favorable location and increasingly integrated transport infrastructure, which offers convenient connectivity to Hanoi Capital, other provinces and cities in the Red River Delta, and major economic hubs.

In the first half of 2026, the province's economy maintained a high growth rate, with the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) increasing by 10.72%, ranking the fifth among the country's 34 provinces and centrally-run cities. Alongside economic growth, Hung Yen is focusing on upgrading infrastructure, accelerating administrative reform and digital transformation, and improving the investment and business environment to create favorable conditions for attracting domestic and international enterprises and investors. The province aims for the rapid, sustainable development, striving to become a centrally-run city by 2030.

Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Pham Van Nghiem meets with representatives from SPRIX JSC (Japan).

The Vice Chairman noted that Hung Yen is a land with a strong tradition of valuing education, and its education and training sector has achieved robust, comprehensive development. Following the reorganization of its network, the province now comprises 460 public educational institutions across all levels. The continuous investment has been directed toward the school and classroom network, with facilities being progressively upgraded; the quality of both comprehensive and specialized education has improved, and many students have achieved outstanding results in examinations. The province prioritizes education and allocates resources accordingly, while focusing on developing its workforce of administrators and teachers, innovating teaching methods, and enhancing educational quality.

In this new phase, Hung Yen continues to focus on the fundamental and comprehensive reform of education and training; it is accelerating digital transformation and the application of science, technology, and artificial intelligence in management, teaching, and learning. Emphasis is placed on developing students' competencies, creative thinking, and digital skills, while aligning training with the demand for high-quality human resources.

The province is researching and developing model school frameworks and STEM/STEAM classrooms, while enhancing the use of technology in education and expanding international cooperation. Hung Yen is home to numerous higher education institutions, colleges, and vocational training centers, some of which have established partnerships with Japanese universities, educational organizations, and businesses.

Introducing his company, Mr. Shinya Sayu, a representative of SPRIX JSC, stated that SPRIX was established in 1997 as a comprehensive Japanese education company operating in the fields of educational services, product development, educational content, and digital learning platforms. SPRIX has developed various educational models, learning materials, and digital learning platforms, including solutions for competency assessment, teaching and learning support, programming education, and the application of technology in education. The company is currently focusing on developing TOFAS (Test of Fundamental Academic Skills), an international-standard assessment program designed to evaluate and analyze learners' academic abilities, identify areas for improvement, and assist in creating suitable study plans. As of 2025, TOFAS has been implemented in over 50 countries, with a total of more than 15 million test-takers.

In Vietnam, SPRIX is gradually expanding its operations. In March 2026, the company organized the TOFAS finals for Mathematics and Programming at Hanoi University of Science and Technology, attracting approximately 1,000 participants; the total number of students participating in the program nationwide reached around 12,000 students. Starting in April 2026, the company continued to roll out the Vietnamese version of TOFAS and expand the SPRIX Learning digital platform within Vietnam.

Mr. Pham Van Nghiem, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, presents a commemorative gift to the representative of SPRIX JSC (Japan).

During the meeting, the two sides focused on discussing potential cooperation in education and training, particularly regarding the application of digital technology in teaching and learning; student competency assessment and analysis; enhancing the quality of Mathematics and Programming education; developing digital platforms and learning materials; and sharing Japanese educational experiences and methods.

The representative of SPRIX JSC expressed a desire to gain a deeper understanding of Hung Yen's education system, training needs, and human resource development strategies. Based on this insight, the company aims to research and propose suitable cooperation programs and models to help improve educational quality and foster student skill development.

Speaking at the meeting, Mr. Pham Van Nghiem, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, emphasized that Hung Yen consistently prioritizes investment in education and training, viewing education as a crucial foundation for enhancing human resource quality and driving socio-economic development.

In this spirit, Hung Yen welcomes SPRIX JSC to explore the investment environment and potential cooperation opportunities in the education and training sector. The Vice Chairman noted that the experience, solutions, and educational technology platforms developed by SPRIX could pave the way for practical collaboration with Hung Yen, particularly in such areas as student competency assessment, improving the quality of Mathematics and Programming teaching and learning, advancing digital education, and professional development for teachers.

The Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee assigned the Department of Education and Training, in coordination with the Office of the Provincial People's Committee, to proactively engage with SPRIX and thoroughly examine the cooperation programs and models proposed by the company. Based on this assessment, they are to evaluate the proposals' suitability regarding local conditions and the province's educational development strategy, and subsequently advise the Provincial People's Committee on initiatives that can be effectively implemented.

He affirmed that Hung Yen is committed to creating favorable conditions for reputable Japanese enterprises and educational organizations to explore opportunities and collaborate within the province. Through this partnership with SPRIX, the province hopes to gain access to advanced educational methods, modern educational technologies, and international expertise, which will contribute to improving educational quality and developing a high-quality workforce, while simultaneously strengthening cooperative ties between Hung Yen and its Japanese partners.

Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Pham Van Nghiem poses for a commemorative photo with delegates at the meeting with Japan's SPRIX JSC.