Thanh Hoa strengthens measures to curb IUU fishing

Thanh Hoa strengthens measures to curb IUU fishing

The north-central province of Thanh Hoa has stepped up efforts to control and reduce illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, contributing to Vietnam’s nationwide push to lift the European Commission’s “yellow card” warning.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh addresses the working session with Thanh Hoa officials on November 9. (Photo: VNA)

PM urges Thanh Hoa to optimise potential growth pillars

With favourable natural conditions and strategic transport connectivity, Thanh Hoa should capitalise on its geo-strategic position and fully tap into the potential of its forests, sea, rivers and mountains for economic development, PM Pham Minh Chinh noted.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh talks to people receiving medical services at the Yen Khuong health station in Thanh Hoa province on November 9. (Photo: VNA)

PM visits residents, armed forces in Thanh Hoa's border commune

In Yen Khuong commune, the PM called for greater attention to school health, nutrition for children and the elderly, and the development of a civil-military medical cooperation model, not only to serve local residents but also to support people living across the border in Laos.

People shop at the Autumn Fair 2025 (Photo: VNA)

Thanh Hoa’s pavilion shines at Autumn Fair 2025

More than just a commercial showcase at the Autumn Fair 2025, the Thanh Hoa pavilion serves as a “cultural and economic ambassador,” promoting the image of hospitable, dynamic and creative local people.

Fishing vessel owners sign a commitment not to violate IUU fishing. (Photo: VNA)

Thanh Hoa province cracks down on IUU fishing violations

To fully address the EC’s recommendations, the port will strengthen guidance for fishermen on using electronic catch logbooks. This aims to improve management, monitoring, and supervision of catch volumes while ensuring aquatic product traceability in compliance with regulations.

Thanh Hoa strengthens links with Thai tourist market

Thanh Hoa strengthens links with Thai tourist market

Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Dau Thanh Tung stressed the traditional friendship and cultural ties between Vietnam and Thailand, noting that tourism is a vital bridge for people-to-people exchange and socio-economic cooperation.

Heavy rains and strong winds from the storm cause flooding and isolating several areas of Thanh Hoa. (Photo: VNA)

Typhoon Kajiki: Localities intensify flood response to protect people, property

Heavy rains have caused rising water levels in the Tich, Bui, and Day rivers in Hanoi. As of 5 pm on August 26, the water level at Yen Duyet station on the Bui river reached 6.34m (0.34m above the alert level 1), while at Vinh Phuc station on the Tich river, it stood at 7.45m (0.55m below the alert level 3), with forecasts indicating further rises.

Illustrative image (Photo: VNA)

Thanh Hoa shows good performance in eliminating makeshift, dilapidated houses

The initiative carries deep political, social, and humanitarian significance, helping to strengthen the great national solidarity and public trust in the Party’s leadership and the administration of all-level authorities, he said, noting that the programme also enables residents to stabilise their lives, focus on productive work, escape poverty sustainably, and contribute to the province’s development.

Houses built for people living along the river in Lam Dat hamlet, Thieu Vu commune, Thieu Hoa district, Thanh Hoa province. (Photo: baothanhhoa.vn)

Thanh Hoa aims to eradicate substandard housing by October 2025

Local officials are required to strengthen on-the-ground inspections and take prompt action to address any signs of stagnation or lack of accountability in executing the campaign. They are also tasked with completing administrative procedures to ensure timely disbursement of financial support to eligible households, avoiding overlap or omission in beneficiary identification.

The rice distribution must be completed before April 15 (Photo: tapchitaichinh.vn)

Over 160 tonnes of rice to be given to Thanh Hoa residents

The Department of State Reserves under the Ministry of Finance (MoF) has decided to provide 160.5 tonnes of rice from the national reserves to assist residents of Muong Lat district, Thanh Hoa province, during forest protection and development.

Border guards disseminate legal regulations on combating IUU fishing to vessel owners. (Photo: VNA)

Thanh Hoa tightens management to address ineligible fishing boats

To address the limitations in the fight against illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, Sam Son city has established a inter-sectoral force to combat IUU fishing. The task force regularly directs, guides, inspects, and handles two-no (unregistered, unlicensed) and three-no (unregistered, uninspected, unlicensed) fishing boats in its communes and wards.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presents Tet gifts to workers in Ngoc Lac district, Thanh Hoa province, on January 26. (Photo: VNA)

Thanh Hoa should be nation’s growth pole: PM

PM Pham Minh Chinh expressed his confidence that the Party organisation, administration, whole political system, armed forces and people of Thanh Hoa will promote solidarity and take drastic actions to fulfill the tasks for 2025 with results better than last year's.