Prof. XU Xiang visited Hanoi Academy of Theatre and Cinema from the 4th to 8th December 2013. Prof. Tran Thanh Hiep，President of Hanoi Academy met Prof. XU Xiang and expressed his gratitude for the academic support given by the Central Academy. Prof. XU Xiang presented some books on stage design as a gift and invited Prof. Tran Thanh Hiep to visit the Central Academy. Prof. XU Xiang also conferred a medal to Prof. Tran Thanh Hiep on behalf of the Asian Theatre Education Centre for his special contribution in promoting the development of theatre education in Asia.