Foreign Professor pays tribute to President Hồ Chí Minh and his hometown

In commemoration of President Hồ Chí Minh’s birthday, Nghe An University respectfully shares the reflections of Associate Professor Jacoba regarding President Hồ Chí Minh and her visit to his hometown.

During her official visit to Nghe An University, Vietnam, Associate Professor Fely Jacoba – Vice President of Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology (NEUST), the Philippines – expressed her deep admiration for President Hồ Chí Minh and the profound simplicity and historical significance of his hometown in Kim Liên Village, Nam Đàn District, Nghe An Province.

She commended the Vietnamese people, culture, and government for their unwavering dedication to preserving the country’s cultural heritage and for showing deep reverence toward the national hero, President Hồ Chí Minh. Associate Professor Jacoba emphasized that such respect for historical legacy reflects the strong national identity and unity of the Vietnamese people.

She also extended her heartfelt gratitude to Nghe An University for providing her with the opportunity to visit this meaningful site. She described the visit as a deeply moving experience and affirmed her commitment to sharing what she had learned about Hồ Chí Minh’s life and legacy with her colleagues and students in the Philippines. In doing so, she hopes to encourage greater interest in Vietnam’s rich history, culture, and the inspirational life of its greatest leader.

 

While visiting the site, Associate Professor Jacoba also highlighted the importance of educational and cultural exchange in fostering mutual understanding between the Philippines and Vietnam. She expressed her aspiration for continued collaboration between NEUST and Nghe An University in various academic and cultural initiatives, particularly those that promote heritage appreciation and people-to-people connections.