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Vietnam's northern provinces urged to bring pesticide use under control

The extensive use of agrochemicals in Northern farms has raised alarm bells for not only consumers but also farmers engaged in manual labour and the environment.

Book on primate species launched

 VietNamNet Bridge – The first photographic book covering all of Viet Nam’s primate species was launched last week, kicking off a project initiated by business leaders turned conservation pioneers.

Child sex abuse increase sounds alarm bells

 VietNamNet Bridge – A 52-year-old father in Ha Noi was sentenced to 16 years in jail last week for raping his daughter. The case has aroused public outrage and concern about the recent increase in child cruelty and sexual abuse.