Awards Ceremony for the 3rd International Russian Language Olympiad held in Hanoi
WVR - On December 2, the Closing and Awards ceremony for the 3rd International Russian Language Olympiad for Vietnamese students took place in Hanoi.
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The event was attended by representatives from the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the Director of the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, along with numerous students, teachers, and professors from participating schools.
The 2025 International Russian Language Olympiad for Vietnamese students was organized by the Pushkin Sub-Institute under the Department of International Cooperation in collaboration with the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute (Russian Federation), supported by the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training and the Russian Ministry of Science and Higher Education.
The competition began in September 2025 with two rounds: the preliminary and the final. This year, over 700 students from across Vietnam participated in three categories: Vocabulary and Grammar, Reading Comprehension, and Writing, conducted online.
Based on the preliminary results, 100 contestants were selected to compete in the finals held from November 30 to December 1, featuring direct assessments in writing and speaking at the Pushkin Sub-Institute headquarters in Hanoi.
During the awards ceremony, based on the final round results, the competition jury announced six winners (three from high schools and three from universities and academies).
At the ceremony, the six winners were awarded Olympic Medals, certificates, and scholarships for the "Summer Language Internship" at the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute in the summer of 2026.
This year's competition continues to promote the Russian language and enhance the study and teaching of Russian in Vietnam, encouraging and motivating Vietnamese students to learn Russian and study in Russia.
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| Mr. Nguyen Tien Dung, Deputy Director of the Department of International Cooperation, Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training, speaks at the ceremony. (Photo: Thanh Binh) |
Speaking at the event, Mr. Nguyen Tien Dung, Deputy Director of the Department of International Cooperation, Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training, emphasized that the awards ceremony not only honours the outstanding achievements of students and teachers but also serves as a testament to the traditional friendship between Vietnam and Russia—a relationship nurtured on a solid foundation of educational cooperation.
The International Russian Language Olympiad for foreign students has a history of over 40 years and is the world's most prestigious platform for Russian language proficiency and Russian cultural knowledge.
In Vietnam, the competition is organized with close cooperation between the Pushkin Sub-Institute in Hanoi, specialized Russian universities, and support from the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training.
According to the Deputy Director of the Department of International Cooperation, with the participation of over 700 Vietnamese students nationwide, the competition plays a significant role in promoting Russian language education and enhancing cultural and educational exchanges between Vietnam and Russia.
This is not only a test of language knowledge but also a bridge for students to explore the beauty of Russian culture, from the timeless works of Pushkin and Tolstoy to the glorious historical heritage of the Russian nation.
The successful outcome of today's competition is the result of close cooperation and efforts from both Russian and Vietnamese sides, including experts and lecturers from the A.S. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, the Pushkin Sub-Institute in Hanoi, and support from the Russian Embassy in Hanoi.
The Deputy Director of the International Cooperation Department also extended sincere thanks to the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Science and Higher Education, the Russian Embassy in Vietnam, the A.S. Pushkin National Russian Language Institute, the Pushkin Branch, the schools, experts, and teachers — and especially the parents — who have always been a strong support, encouraging and providing the best conditions for the students to participate and demonstrate their capabilities.
"We hope that the experiences from the competition will become valuable assets, nurturing a love for the Russian language and opening opportunities for study, research, and international cooperation at Russia's leading universities. The Department of International Cooperation, Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training, is committed to accompanying schools, teachers, and students in seeking and expanding overseas training opportunities," Mr. Nguyen Tien Dung stated.
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| Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Mogilevsky Konstantin Ilyich shares at the ceremony. (Photo: Thanh Bình) |
Sharing at the awards ceremony, Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Mogilevsky Konstantin Ilyich noted that many Vietnamese alumni who studied in the former Soviet Union and Russia today hold high positions and have achieved success in their fields. He underscored : "Today is truly a special day — a day to celebrate the efforts, perseverance, and thirst for knowledge. Before us are students who have chosen the path of learning Russian — a path that is not easy, but deeply inspiring. It is a choice worthy of appreciation."
Affirming that Russian universities are ready to facilitate Vietnamese students to become highly qualified professionals in their chosen fields, Mr. Mogilevsky Konstantin Ilyich emphasized that in May 2025, both sides signed an agreement to establish the Pushkin Russian Language Centre in Vietnam. Russia will continue to enhance lecturers, programs, and educational activities at the centre.
Additionally, Deputy Minister Mogilevsky Konstantin Ilich congratulated the six winning contestants. In the summer of 2026, the Olympiad winners will have the opportunity to attend a one-month course at the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute in Moscow. The summer course is expected to be a significant step in their personal and professional development.
For his part, Mr. Nikita Vladimirovich Gusev, Director of the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute, expressed delight at the scale and quality of this year's competition.
According to him, during the finals of the 3rd Russian Language Olympiad, the Organizing Committee held workshops to share modern teaching methods with Vietnamese teachers, contributing to improving the quality of Russian language education.
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| Six outstanding contestants receive Olympic Medals, certificates, and scholarships for the "Summer Language Internship" at the A.X. Pushkin State Russian Language Institute in the summer of 2026. (Photo: Thanh Binh) |
Moreover, not hiding her pride as the first-place winner of the 3rd International Russian Language Olympiad for Vietnamese students, Phan Le Kim Chi, a freshman at the University of Languages and International Studies, Vietnam National University, Hanoi, shared that her love for the Russian language came from her family, and her achievement today is thanks to the support of her university lecturers.
The competition is a pivotal step that boosts her confidence in pursuing her dream of becoming a Russian language teacher, continuing to inspire passion in future generations.
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| Awards Ceremony for the 3rd International Russian Language Olympiad held in Hanoi: Thirteen contestants who won awards in the competition were honoured at the ceremony. |
Besides the six winners, the jury also nominated and awarded seven additional prizes to contestants who demonstrated a love and passion for learning the Russian language.
