06/10/2026
π¬π§ MEET THE UK SKILLS MINISTER | A TALK ON SKILLS AND EMPLOYABILITY
What skills will young people need to thrive in a rapidly changing world? ππ‘
Foreign Trade University is pleased to welcome The Rt Hon Baroness Smith of Malvern, Minister of State for Skills at the UK Department for Education, to FTU for a special talk with our students.
With a focus on Skills and Employability, the session will explore the changing world of work and the opportunities and challenges facing todayβs students - from the rise of Artificial Intelligence, automation and digital technologies to the growing importance of critical thinking, communication, creativity, leadership, teamwork and adaptability.
The discussion will also highlight the strong and growing UKβViet Nam education partnership, including the role of education in connecting our two countries through people, knowledge, innovation and opportunity. Baroness Smith will also recognise FTUβs partnerships with UK universities, including the University of Northampton, University of Bedfordshire and University of the West of England, which provide students with opportunities to gain internationally recognised qualifications and develop global perspectives while studying in Viet Nam.
Most importantly, the session will invite students to think about their own future: How can we embrace AI rather than fear it? What skills will remain essential in the future workplace? And how can our education contribute to the prosperity and sustainability of Viet Nam and the wider world?
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Time: 1:30 β 3:00 PM, Thursday, October 8th 2026
π Venue: Hall D201, Foreign Trade University
Join us for an engaging conversation on skills, employability, innovation and the future of work - and hear directly from a UK Minister about the opportunities ahead for the next generation!