Vietnamese medalists shine on global achievements
Vietnamese students gained impressive achievements at international Olympiad competitions in 2025, with all 37 contestants winning medals, including 13 golds, 16 silvers and eight bronzes.
THE HANOI TIMES — Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on December 26 praised Vietnamese students for their outstanding performances at international Olympiad competitions in 2025, describing their achievements as a source of pride for both the education sector and the nation.
Chairing a meeting to commend the medalists, the prime minister congratulated the students on their global success and encouraged them to continue striving, learning and contributing their talents to serve the Fatherland and the people.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh delivers speech at the meeting with the outstanding students in Hanoi on December 26. Photos: VNA
PM Chinh described the students as “gold star warriors on the frontlines of talent and intellect,” saying their achievements demonstrate the intelligence of the Vietnamese people.
He expressed confidence that they would continue to excel in their studies and training and contribute to a stronger and happier Vietnam.
He reaffirmed that education and training remain a top national priority and the foundation for developing high-quality human resources for sustainable growth. In the current global context, nurturing talent, especially in science, technology, innovation and digital transformation, is an inevitable trend and a strategic priority in the current global context.
The prime minister called on teachers and students to uphold traditions of solidarity and creativity to advance comprehensive education reform. He also tasked the Ministry of Education and Training to work with relevant agencies to draft a project on identifying and nurturing young Vietnamese talents.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh (center) and leaders of the MoET pose with medalists in 2025 international competitions. Photo: VNA
According to the MoET, over the past decade, Vietnam's teams competing in international academic competitions have pocketed a total of 434 prizes, including 132 gold, 169 silver and 133 bronze medals. Many students won gold medals over two consecutive years, while some bagged gold medals when they were in the 10th grade.
Among achievements this year, Vietnam ranked 4th among 60 nations at the International Artificial Intelligence Olympiad, though it participated in the contest for the first time. At the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) 2025 in the US, Vietnam recorded its first-ever highest achievement so far, with two second prizes and one third prize.
