Ministry urges conservation of groundwater resources The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has called on provinces and cities nationwide to step up conservation of groundwater resources.

Bình Thuận Province boosts agriculture with irrigation works

Irrigation works built in recent years has helped Bình Thuận Province sustainably develop agriculture and improve people’s lives.

Shortages eased as Mekong delta expands water supply investments

More households in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta’s rural areas have access to fresh water for daily use and irrigation this dry season.

Environmental management innovation needed to reduce pollution

The environment is suffering great pressure from socio-economic activities with an increase in environmental pollution in both quantity and scale, calling for more effective solutions to handle the issue.

Mekong Delta urged to take measures to cope with drought and salt intrusion in 2022

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has issued a directive on the implementation of solutions to cope with drought and saltwater intrusion in the Mekong Delta, which is forecast to be harsh in the coming dry season.

Utilities stocks look promising in 2022 on bright business prospects The outlook of coal-fired power and renewable energy groups in 2022 is positive, especially coal-fired power plants in the north as they may benefit from water shortages in the coming months.

Man makes selfless contributions to society amid pandemic Phương Tấn Đạt is not someone who hogs the limelight. The 31-year-old would rather take a back seat and avoid being the centre of attention. But Đạt’s relentless volunteering efforts during the COVID pandemic in his home city of Cần Thơ, have earned him the National Volunteer Service Award 2021.

Saline intrusion may occur earlier in Mekong Delta

The saline intrusion in the Cửu Long (Mekong Delta) region during this year’s dry season would occur earlier and be worse than previous years, warned the Department of Water Resources Management under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Bình Thuận takes measures to ensure household water supply The south-central province of Bình Thuận is taking measures to ensure there is adequate water supply during the next dry season for households without tap water.

Water security to be strengthened in Central Highlands and south-central coast

A new project aims to improve climate-resilient irrigation and water security in the Central Highlands and south-central coastal region.