Việt Nam News

Cà Mau resorts to technology to prevent forest fires

Cà Mau Province is strengthening forest fire prevention efforts by deploying advanced surveillance systems.

Northern region to brace for more widespread heavy rain: meteorological official

Associate Professor Mai Văn Khiêm, director of the National Centre for Hydro-Meteorological Forecasting, speaks to Vietnam News Agency about the development of ongoing torrential rainfall in the north.

Quảng Trị hands over rare clouded monitor to rescue centre

The species belongs to Group IB — a category of endangered and rare forest wildlife species given the highest level of protection in Việt Nam, with all forms of commercial exploitation and use strictly prohibited.

 Rare stump-tailed macaque released into the wild

Authorities said the resident’s voluntary handover reflects growing public awareness and sense of responsibility towards wildlife protection, contributing to biodiversity conservation and the protection of endangered species in Nghệ An

Việt Nam ramps up low-carbon agriculture drive amid global pressure on farm emissions

Authorities are pushing new irrigation methods, reduced chemical use and carbon-monitoring systems as part of a broader effort to transform the agriculture sector into a lower-emission, export-oriented industry.

Three endangered sea turtles released to nature

The three turtles, each weighing about 1.5kg with carapace lengths of roughly 25cm and widths of 20cm – commonly known as hawksbill or green turtles, had become entangled in fishing nets and were found drifting at sea.

Rewilding is urgent to restore natural ecosystems: conference says

Around 50-80 per cent of tropical plant species depend on animals for seed dispersal. When large animal species disappear, food chains are disrupted, forest regeneration capacity declines and ecosystem quality is seriously affected.

Near-extinct dhole rediscovered in Việt Nam after more than 20 years

Scientists said dholes typically inhabit old-growth forests with minimal human disturbance. However, their range has continued to shrink due to habitat loss, declining prey populations and prolonged hunting pressure.

Việt Nam repatriates 28 rare turtles from RoK under CITES cooperation

Cúc Phương National Park has received 28 endangered Vietnamese turtles repatriated from the South Korea under CITES cooperation

Marine economy emerges as new growth engine for central city

With major investments in bridges, seaports and logistics infrastructure, Huế City is positioning its marine and lagoon economy as a key growth driver alongside its heritage strengths.

Rare black-necked cranes spotted in Quảng Ngãi

The black-necked crane, also known locally as the black-headed crane, is listed in both the Vietnamese and global red lists due to its small population and shrinking habitat.

Storms injure 12, damage thousands of homes across northern, central Việt Nam

More than 3,100 homes were damaged and 15,700ha of crops affected after days of storms across multiple provinces and cities.

Clear regulations needed for carbon sequestration and storage

In the forestry sector, only the carbon storage service remains as the final piece to complete the legal framework, helping mobilise financial resources for people to participate in forest protection.

Rare birds return to Tràm Chim National Park

Tràm Chim was once home to over 230 species of water birds, including the red-crowned crane – a rare species named on the World Red List.

Đà Nẵng taking action to curb river and beach erosion

The central city said the fund will be used to build a 1.5km concrete dike and embankment section in Duy Nghĩa Commune, which was damaged by historic floods and landslides last year, and another 2km on the popular Cửa Đại Beach in Hội An.

Guardians of the wild: Protecting the great tuskers of Đắk Lắk

Mahouts in Buôn Đôn brave intense heat to care for captive elephants as their numbers dwindle and conservation efforts grow more urgent.

Power plants told to increase pollution checks without cutting generation

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has ordered thermal power plants nationwide to tighten pollution controls and boost equipment inspections while preventing any disruption to electricity supply during the dry-season peak.

Reservoir aquaculture plan targets sustainable growth and livelihoods

Việt Nam is looking to unlock the vast potential of its nearly 8,000 reservoirs to drive sustainable aquaculture growth, boost rural livelihoods and strengthen the fisheries value chain.