Training in diplomatic translation and interpretation skills for officials from ministries and agencies of Laos.

Bồi dưỡng kỹ năng biên - phiên dịch đối ngoại cho cán bộ các bộ, ngành của Lào

Delegates, lecturers, and trainees at the opening ceremony of the training course on foreign translation and interpretation skills.

Implementing the cooperation agreement between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and the Diplomatic Academies of Vietnam and Laos, from September 29th to October 10th, the Training and Development Department of Foreign Affairs - Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, in coordination with the Lao Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA), the Mekong-Australia Partnership Program (MAP), the Australian Embassy in Hanoi and in Laos, and Bond and Flinders Universities of Australia, organized an intensive training course on diplomatic translation and interpretation skills for 20 officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other ministries and agencies of the Lao Government in Vientiane.

The 2025 training course for foreign interpreters and translators is a continuation of the cooperation training programs between the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and the Lao Institute of Diplomacy in the past.

The main objective of the course is to enhance the capacity and improve the skills of diplomatic and foreign affairs officials working in ministries and departments of Laos in interpreting and translation for diplomatic staff and civil servants.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Ngo Quang Anh, Head of the Training and Development Department for Foreign Affairs Officials at the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam, emphasized, "This training course is a testament to the strong and effective cooperation between Vietnam, Laos, and Australia in human resource development, contributing to strengthening the friendship and comprehensive cooperation between the three countries."

Mr. Ngo Quang Anh, Head of the Training and Development Department for Foreign Affairs Officials at the Diplomatic Academy, shared his insights at the course.

Compared to previous courses, this program covers several new and important topics in international interpreting, such as gender equality, vulnerable groups, climate change mitigation, culture, and cooperative relations between Vietnam, Laos, and Australia…

In addition to officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the training program is open to officials from other ministries and agencies involved in international cooperation in Laos. Besides instructors with specialized training in interpreting and holding international interpreting training certificates from the Diplomatic Academy, the program also includes experts from Flinders University, Australia.

The instructors were selected by the Australian side from a pool of lecturers who had previously participated in translation and interpretation training courses organized by Australia in Vietnam.

The post-course survey results showed that 100% of Lao participants highly appreciated the quality, content, and teaching methods of the course, especially its practicality and applicability to their work. The Lao Institute of Foreign Affairs (IFA) assessed this year's program as well-organized, professional, and well-coordinated between Vietnamese and Australian lecturers. They proposed that subsequent courses be held alternately in Laos, Vietnam, and Australia, thereby strengthening exchanges and sharing of experiences among the three countries.

The success of the course not only contributes to strengthening the capacity of Lao officials but also enhances the capacity and prestige of the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam in international cooperation on training foreign affairs officials, while promoting exchange, cooperation, and mutual understanding among the three countries.

Lao trainees practice interpreting during a simulated ASEAN conference.

The International Translation and Interpretation Course is the first component of the Master Class on International Diplomacy and Effective Communication. The second component focuses on training in communication, negotiation, and hosting international events.

This intensive diplomatic course is funded by the Mekong-Australia Partnership Programme (MAP) of the Australian Government , and co-organized by the Diplomatic Academy of Vietnam and Bond University, Flinders University, Australia.

The training course aims to strengthen institutional capacity, promote connectivity, understanding, trust, and sustainable development for countries in the Mekong River region.

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