More Vietnamese study in Singapore

Sat, 11 Aug 2001 | Source: DPA

SINGAPORE (DPA): Increasing numbers of Vietnamese are opting to study in Singapore, lured by the city-state's success in working with industrialized countries while maintaining Asian cultural values, Vietnam's ambassador said in a report on Friday.

There are currently 81 Vietnamese undergraduates at the National University of Singapore (NUS), a huge jump from seven last year, bringing the total to about 300 studying here at different institutions, Do Cong Minh told The Straits Times.

"Singapore has become the biggest foreign investor and an important trading partner of Vietnam," Do was quoted as saying.

The NUS has conducted outreach activities in Vietnam, including school visits and seminars to promote its courses.

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