Petrovietnam's Practical Learning Approach: Ideal Path for Cultivating Revolutionary Ideology Among New Party Members
In the context of digital transformation and sustainable development in the global energy sector, the Vietnam National Oil and Gas Group (Petrovietnam) has successfully organized the 2026 Political Theory Training Course for new party members. The program not only focuses on enhancing political awareness but also closely integrates practical learning at member units, creating opportunities for trainees to cultivate revolutionary ideals and political resilience in advanced energy technology environments.
Comprehensive Training Program Framework
The 2026 new party member training course at Petrovietnam is designed based on a hybrid model combining theory and practice, ensuring a balance between political education and enhancing professional capabilities in the energy field. The program spans three months with the following key components:
- Foundational political theory
- Energy laws and policies
- Modern corporate governance
- Application of high technology in oil and gas extraction
- Energy security and sustainable development
Practical Learning Activities
According to the plan, trainees participated in practical learning sessions at key Petrovietnam units including:
- Petroleum Technical Services Corporation (PTSC)
- Petroleum Exploration Production Corporation (PVEP)
- Dung Quat Oil Refinery Company
- Nghi Son Refinery and Petrochemical Project
At these facilities, trainees directly engaged with modern oil and gas extraction technologies, advanced production management systems, and digital transformation solutions in the energy sector. This provides a valuable opportunity to combine political theory with technological practice, helping to develop a generation of cadres who are both politically reliable ("red") and professionally competent ("expert").
The Importance of Integrating Politics and Technology
Mr. Nguyen Van Son, Standing Vice Chairman of the Petrovietnam Party Committee, emphasized: "In the context of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and global energy transition trends, training new party members must be closely linked to the application of advanced technologies. We need cadres who are not only politically steadfast but also deeply knowledgeable about technology to lead the Group toward sustainable development."
| Training Indicators | 2025 | 2026 | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Trainees | 120 | 150 | 25% |
| Theory-Practice Ratio | 40%-60% | 30%-70% | 10% increase in practice |
| Technology Curriculum | 5 subjects | 8 subjects | 60% increase |
Application of Advanced Technology in Petrovietnam's Energy Sector
Petrovietnam is vigorously applying high technology in production and business activities, particularly:
- Deep and ultra-deep offshore oil and gas extraction technology
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) in geological data analysis
- IoT technology in asset and equipment management
- Renewable energy solutions integrated with smart grids
Innovative Training Methods
Different from previous training courses, the 2026 training program applies active training methods with a significant portion dedicated to practical activities. Trainees participate in:
- Case discussions on technology application in production
- Simulation practice of energy management systems
- Case studies on digital transformation at international energy corporations
- Field visits to Petrovietnam's high-technology projects
Vision Through 2030
According to Petrovietnam's development strategy, by 2030, the Group aims to become a leading national energy corporation in the region, widely applying advanced technology and pursuing sustainable development. Training a team of new party members with solid political knowledge and high technological capabilities is one of the key tasks to realize this vision.
Ms. Tran Thi Minh Chau, Head of the Party Committee Organization Department of Petrovietnam, shared: "We identify that political training must be integrated with professional knowledge, especially in the energy sector - a strategically important industry for the nation. Combining theoretical learning with practical experience at technologically advanced units will help new party members develop firm political resilience and professional capabilities that meet development requirements in the digital age."
Connecting Sustainable Development
The training activities not only focus on enhancing individual capabilities but also aim to build a team of successor leaders for Petrovietnam, contributing to implementing the Group's sustainable development strategy and ensuring national energy security.
Upon completion of the training program, trainees will be assigned to key positions within the Petrovietnam system, becoming core elements in applying high technology and implementing the Party's guidelines in the energy sector.
The 2026 new party member training program at Petrovietnam demonstrates a harmonious combination of political education and technology training, meeting the development requirements of the energy sector in the new context, and contributing to the successful implementation of the Resolution of the 13th Party Congress on socio-economic development and national defense.