Ho Chi Minh City Open University has achieved an encouraging milestone in the 2023 edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings, establishing its influential position in the field of education and sustainable development.

According to the latest information from Times Higher Education, Ho Chi Minh City Open University has made it to the Top 101-200 universities worldwide for climate action, with the highest score improvement in the ranking's categories, approximately 15% higher than the previous year. This notable achievement demonstrates the university's commitment to actively contribute to environmental protection and mitigate the negative effects of climate change, especially in the current era.

Ho Chi Minh City Open University is one of the nine higher education institutions with impact rankings on THE's list. This ranking includes a total of 1,591 universities from 112 countries and regions, showcasing the quality and reputation of the university within the international education community. Moreover, this year, Ho Chi Minh City Open University is among the Vietnamese universities contributing significantly to the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly standing out in Criterion 13. This is a commendable success, highlighting the university's dedication to sustainable development and society, reaffirming its crucial role in addressing global issues related to goals such as eradicating hunger, climate protection, quality education, collaborative development, and reducing inequality.

Being recognized and honored in THE's rankings is evidence of Ho Chi Minh City Open University's continuous development in achieving international education quality, as well as making positive contributions to the community and society through effective and impactful climate change initiatives over the years. These efforts include training high-quality human resources in environmental fields, researching and developing innovative solutions to minimize the impacts of climate change, and promoting beneficial community actions to protect the environment.

Ho Chi Minh City Open University remains committed to developing programs, projects, strengthening multilateral collaborations, connecting with international organizations and domestic partners to generate innovative and effective solutions that contribute to the United Nations' sustainable development goals. The university will also continue to train and develop competent human resources with in-depth knowledge and capabilities in sustainable development, meeting the needs of society and contributing to the comprehensive development of the country.

The current achievement of Ho Chi Minh City Open University in THE 2023 rankings is not only an honor for the institution but also reflects the efforts and dedication of all faculty members and students. It serves as a powerful motivation for the university to continue its growth and achieve even higher accomplishments in the future./.