Residents recorded the group breaking coral and uploaded the footage to social media, attracting public attention. Upon receiving the information, the competent authorities promptly investigated the matter and handled it in accordance with regulations.
The animals belong to 17 species and were all assessed to be in good health and fit for release.
Speaking at an online seminar on Wednesday, Nguyễn Ngọc Quang, IFAD's country programme coordinator for Việt Nam, said about 60 per cent of the project's budget would directly support local communities through training, capacity building, sustainable production models and livelihood transition funds.
The animals are now receiving quarantine, treatment and specialised care. Once recovering their physical condition and wild behaviour, they will be reassessed for release back into the wild.
The management board of Núi Chúa–Phước Bình National Park is implementing a range of conservation initiatives that combine biodiversity protection with socio-economic development.
Located in Phú Lộc Commune of Huế City, where the Trường Sơn mountain range stretches closest to the East Sea, the Bạch Mã National Park is renowned for its cool climate, spectacular landscapes and exceptional biodiversity.
Hà Nội wants to transform one of its most polluted waterways through a 61.5-kilometre clean-up and infrastructure project, but an appraisal committee says the proposal still lacks crucial financial and legal details.
Nguyễn Đức Trung, Deputy Head of the Central Policy and Strategy Commission, praised the research, saying the new dataset and analytical tools would strengthen policy research, forecasting and advisory work.
Authorities in Đồng Nai City have issued a public warning after wild elephants were repeatedly spotted near forests bordering farmland, raising the risk of dangerous encounters.
Across the country, major cities such as Hà Nội and Đà Nẵng are taking the lead in cutting emissions, adapting to climate change and building smart cities.
Initial estimates put property losses in Sơn La at about VNĐ31.1 billion (US$1.2 million), with damage assessments continuing in other affected areas.
Focusing on commercial vehicle electrification and clean energy, the programme will address regulatory gaps, technical standards, infrastructure and financing – key enablers for large-scale adoption.
Soil moisture models indicate that some areas in these provinces are already close to saturation, with moisture levels exceeding 85 per cent, while others have reached full saturation.
An initial health assessment found the bear to be underweight, weighing only 80–90kg, and in need of comprehensive veterinary care.
The initiative marks a significant step in its 2026–35 Rewilding Action Plan, with a vision to 2050, aimed at restoring wild animal populations and rebuilding ecological links that have deteriorated over many years.
Centralised management aims to ensure the integrity of the ecosystem, maintain habitat connectivity, conserve biodiversity and protect strategic and national interests beyond the scope of each locality.
The northern part of the Gulf of Tonkin, including the Bạch Long Vĩ, Vân Đồn and Cô Tô special zones, still faces a risk of strong winds of 49km per hour and rough seas with waves 2–3m high.
Towering peaks, misty cloud forests and extraordinary biodiversity combine to create a landscape that continues to captivate nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.
