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Top leader calls for a green Vietnam and sustainable oceans

VN must overhaul its development model based on sci-tech, digital transformation, while ensuring safety of the ecological environment to achieve rapid, sustainable growth and high-income status, Party Chief and President To Lam said in an article.

Rare six-meter whale shark appears near Da Nang coast

Local authorities believe a six-meter marine animal filmed near Da Nang is a whale shark, a species occasionally seen in the area.

More than 200 tonnes of fish die as oxygen levels plunge at Tri An Lake

More than 200 tonnes of fish died at Tri An Lake in Dong Nai Province after dissolved oxygen levels fell sharply and ammonia concentrations exceeded regulatory limits, according to test results released by authorities.

Bac Ninh launches crackdown on pollution after canal contamination worsens

Residents living along Kim Doi Canal in Bac Ninh say black water, foul odors and thick white foam have become an increasingly serious threat to daily life and public health.

Oyster processing facility owner charged over 320 tonnes of shell waste dumping

A business owner in Quang Ninh Province has been charged after allegedly dumping more than 320 tonnes of oyster shell waste into ponds, causing environmental pollution.

Police identify suspect in cutting of historic tree in Quang Ninh

A centuries-old persimmon tree considered spiritually significant by local residents was severely damaged by a young man using a chainsaw in Quang Ninh.

Bryde’s whale returns to Nha Trang waters, authorities issue warning

Authorities in Khanh Hoa Province have urged boats and tourists not to approach too closely after a Bryde’s whale was spotted near Hon Mun Island in Nha Trang Bay.

Hue project prevents over 933 tonnes of plastic waste leakage

The “Hue – Plastic Smart City in Central Vietnam” project, after five years, has helped prevent 933.6 tonnes of plastic waste from leaking into the natural environment, with household solid waste sorting-at-source rolled out across Hue city.

Local initiatives drive VN's push to protect biodiversity for sustainable future

As the International Day for Biological Diversity 2026 highlights “local action for global impact,” VN is ramping up efforts to protect its “green home,” stressing the key role of local authorities, communities and society in sustainable development.

Endangered rhesus macaque released into U Minh Ha National Park

A rare rhesus monkey, voluntarily handed over by a resident after repeatedly entering a residential area, has been safely released back into the wild at U Minh Ha National Park in the southernmost province of Ca Mau on May 22.

Tourists thrilled as giant whales appear off Dak Lak coastline

A pair of whales has been spotted off the coast of Cu Lao Mai Nha island in O Loan commune, Dak Lak province, delighting locals and tourists with a rare wildlife encounter.

Rare wild cattle herd captured on camera in Vietnam’s Yok Don forest

A rare herd of wild cattle has been discovered in Yok Don National Park in Dak Lak Province through a camera trap monitoring system.

Rare endangered turtles return to Vietnam from South Korea

Twenty-eight rare turtles, including endangered box turtles and leaf turtles, have been returned from South Korea to Vietnam by air as part of an international wildlife conservation effort.

Catholic parishes play key role in preserving urban environment in HCM City

Along the banks of Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe canal, Catholic communities have quietly contributed to preserving the environment and urban landscape.

Nearly 6 million kilograms of untreated waste found at NewHope pig farm

Vietnamese authorities have prosecuted three individuals linked to a major environmental pollution case involving large-scale illegal waste disposal at a livestock farm in Thanh Hoa.

New regulation to enhance value of Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark

A new regulation on the management, protection and promotion of values of the Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark will take effect from May 10.

Environmental security: beyond the numbers of an air-quality monitoring scandal

Vietnam has made commitments to environmental protection and climate action toward Net Zero goals at major global forums such as COP26 and P4G.

Unusual migration brings rare birds to Ha Tinh

Thousands of storks have gathered in Ha Tinh, creating a rare natural spectacle and raising awareness about wildlife protection.

Hue students honoured for initiatives to reduce plastic waste

An awards ceremony and closing event for a contest on plastic waste reduction was held in the central city of Hue on April 22.

Mystery surrounds mangrove deaths along Ha Tinh coast

Authorities in Ha Tinh have released initial environmental monitoring results following an unusual die-off affecting several hectares of mangrove forest along the province’s coastline.