Last Thursday (March 14th, 2024), the Faculty of Economics & Rural Development (FERD) had the honor of welcoming Professor John H. Barnett from Emporia State University, USA, along with his wife, to visit and collaborate with the Department's leaders and share research findings with faculty members and students. As an American who has devoted considerable attention to Vietnam, Professor John H. Barnett has had numerous research works on the history and economy of Vietnam from Doi Moi (economic reform period) until now.