Co-Founder and Co-Chair, Boston Global Forum
BGF Roundtable: “Humanity and Compassion in Vietnamese Film and Contributions to the AI World Society”
Harvard University Faculty Club, March 11, 2025
Good afternoon, everyone. It is my great pleasure to welcome you to this Boston Global Forum Roundtable at Harvard University. A special warm welcome to His Excellency Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang, Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations; Dr. Ngo Phuong Lan, Chairwoman of the Vietnam Film Development Association; and our distinguished professors, scholars, filmmakers, and innovators here today. Your presence makes this gathering truly remarkable.
We are here to celebrate a milestone—30 years of normalized relations between the United States and Vietnam. Today, Vietnam and the USA stand as comprehensive strategic partners, a testament to our shared journey and commitment to progress. This anniversary is not just a moment of reflection but a springboard for deeper collaboration. For decades, Vietnamese cinema has woven stories of humanity and compassion that resonate far beyond its borders. Now, we explore how these values can shape the AI World Society, blending tradition with innovation to build a better future.
The Boston Global Forum has proudly supported Vietnam since 2014, and that commitment continues stronger than ever. We are thrilled to back the Vietnam government and the visionary AIWS Film Park—a pioneering hub connecting Vietnam to Boston, New York, Hollywood, and beyond. This initiative embodies our belief in AI as a force for creativity and global collaboration.
Through the Friends of Vietnam-U.S. Film Collaboration, we’re deepening ties between our film industries. We’ll promote the Da Nang Asian Film Festival here in Boston and champion the AIWS Film Park as a beacon of shared innovation. These efforts honor our past 30 years while forging a vibrant path ahead.
Thank you all for joining us in this celebration and commitment. Let’s make today a step toward a world enriched by film, technology, and mutual understanding.
