On June 12, 2025, in Hanoi, the National Startup Support Center (NSSC) and FPT University officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), aiming to build and develop the innovative startup ecosystem within the higher education environment.
Attending and witnessing the signing ceremony were Mr. Le Toan Thang – Deputy Director of NSSC and Mr. Ta Ngoc Cau – Deputy Director of FPT University, Hanoi Campus, along with representatives from both parties.
The signing of the MOU between NSSC and FPT University opens up strategic cooperation opportunities to promote the innovative startup ecosystem in the university sector. This agreement helps FPT strengthen its connection with national and international startup support resources, while also creating favorable conditions for students to develop ideas and realize startup projects. For NSSC, this is an important step in expanding its startup support network to the education sector, contributing to the discovery and incubation of potential startups right from the classroom.
Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Ta Ngoc Cau – Deputy Director of FPT University, Hanoi Campus – emphasized the importance of innovative startup education in today’s higher education system. He shared: “Startup is a journey full of challenges, with a still modest success rate. However, if supported in the right way from an early stage, students can absolutely create innovative, highly applicable products and services. The collaboration with NSSC is a significant step to expand the scale and improve the quality of student startup activities.”
Delegates watching the “Startup Experience” program integrated into teaching at FPT University
According to the MOU, NSSC and FPT University will coordinate to implement various activities to promote the student startup ecosystem, including:
- Organizing innovative startup programs and events such as seminars, forums, and competitions to raise awareness and inspire the student community
- Connecting experts, investors, and startup media to build a support network for potential projects
- Establishing on-campus startup spaces – where students can research, test, and develop their ideas
- Enhancing access to investment capital and specialized training for promising startup teams.
Mr. Cau also expressed hope that the two sides would continue to coordinate in implementing training activities, organizing idea playgrounds, and connecting students with domestic and international experts, especially venture capital funds, to realize potential startup projects.
On the NSSC side, Mr. Le Toan Thang affirmed: “We highly appreciate the spirit of innovation of FPT University students. This cooperation contributes to expanding the national innovative startup ecosystem to the university environment – the cradle for future creative and breakthrough ideas.”
The two parties agreed to implement the cooperation plan on an annual roadmap, with periodic evaluations and flexible adjustments to ensure effectiveness and sustainability throughout the implementation process. At the same time, they committed to creating maximum conditions for students to participate, experience, and grow in a professional startup environment.
Delegates taking a commemorative photo
The signing ceremony marks the beginning of a strategic partnership between NSSC and FPT University, promising to bring about positive changes in youth innovative startup activities. The event not only signifies a major milestone in connecting the national startup ecosystem with the higher education system, but also affirms the role of students – the core force in the future of the innovation-driven economy.
The ceremony concluded with a tour of FPT University’s modern campus and a friendly networking party, demonstrating a spirit of close cooperation and commitment to shared goals for the sustainable development of the national startup ecosystem.
