The proposed regulations also aim to implement the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES).
Hosted by the Dutch Consulate General in coordination with the Vietnam-Netherlands Friendship Association and the Dutch Business Association in Vietnam, the February 16 event welcomed two Dutch cyclists who traveled nearly 20,000 kilometers across 24 countries to Vietnam.
Management of the Cham Island Marine Protected Area (MPA) has called local fishermen and tourists to take rubbish back to the mainland for treatment rather than dumping it at landfill on the island.
Despite starting later than other countries in the region, Vietnam has made considerable progress, with a sharp increase of green projects over the past few years.
Mekong Delta localities are tightening measures to prevent forest fires in the ongoing dry season which started in December.
Set to enter the Vietnamese market, the Geely Coolray has already surpassed 1 million units sold across 50 countries. It holds the top sales position in Algeria, ranks among the top three in Kuwait and Panama, and has recorded an 80.1% growth in the UAE. These achievements highlight its strong potential in Vietnam.
Autotech & Accessories Show 2025 will serve as a crucial platform for domestic and international firms to connect, expand trade cooperation, and access science and technology advancements.
The 18th International Exhibition on Electrical Technology & Equipment (Vietnam ETE) and Products of Energy Saving & Green Power (Greenergy Expo) 2025 will take place in Ho Chi Minh City from July 16-18, showcasing the latest advancements in electrical technology, energy-saving products, and green power solutions.
Following extensive assessment, WWF-Vietnam has recognised six particularly successful models that could be expanded.
Designed to temporarily store rainwater underground, the plastic rainwater storage system boasts high durability, a porosity exceeding 95%, and easy installation.
The project is designed to accelerate the development of a low-carbon economy and address climate change, working toward the goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
The Mineral and Geology Law is expected to provide a legal framework, enhance the efficiency of State management over mineral resources, and promote geological surveys of minerals and the mining industry.
Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Du Duc Duy took the stage to remind everyone of tree planting’s role in biodiversity conservation, environmental protection, and climate change adaptation.
The Department of Natural Resources and Environment of Can Tho City will proactively coordinate closely with the Department of Planning and Investment to carry out the task of calling for investment for a new waste treatment plant.
These systems are anticipated to be stronger than the average recorded in previous years, particularly in the latter half of the month, resulting in extended spells of severe cold across northern regions.
Patrick Haverman, Deputy Resident Representative of UNDP Vietnam, has emphasised the importance of placing people at the centre of environmental conservation efforts.
Closely following the directions of the Government and the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) addressed policy bottlenecks to ensure the effective and sustainable management, exploitation, and use of natural resources.
A magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck Nam Tra My district in the central province of Quang Nam early on January 27. The tremor caused no casualties or damage.
Hanoi authorities are under significant pressure to improve air quality, particularly as the city rotates in and out of the top global ranking for air pollution levels, depending on routine measurements of the local environment.
Various programmes are being carried out in the Mekong Delta to grow mangrove forests to protect coastal areas and improve the incomes of local people.
The Francophone Parliamentary Forum on sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate change adaptation, hosted by the Vietnamese National Assembly in the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho successfully concluded on January 21 afternoon with the adoption of Can Tho Declaration.
The northern region of Vietnam is expected to experience cold weather and drizzle during the Tet (Lunar New Year) holiday, according to the National Centre for Hydrometeorological Forecasting (NCHMF).
A research group from the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MoNRE) is sounding the alarm on Vietnam's plastic waste crisis and advocating for a transformative shift towards sustainable alternatives.
The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Soc Trang province, in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the Coca-Cola Foundation, organised a conference on January 16 to launch a project on increasing the coastal resilience of the Mekong Delta through mangrove restoration and nature-based solutions in the province.
A programme was launched in Ho Chi Minh City on January 16 to support businesses in Vietnam in measuring and implementing comprehensive ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) practices in human resources management to improve their competitive edge in the global supply chain.
Over 25,000 Vietnamese residents in seven coastal localities are now safeguarded by storm-and flood-resistant homes thanks to a project on improving resilience of vulnerable coastal communities to climate change in Vietnam.
A campaign against the illegal use of wildlife was launched by the People's Committee of U Minh district in the Mekong Delta province of Ca Mau in collaboration with the Save Vietnam's Wildlife (SVW) on January 14.
Dr Nguyen Trung Thang and a research team from the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment have proposed a three-pronged approach that combines policy reform, market incentives and public awareness improvement to combat Vietnam’s growing plastic waste crisis.
