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Management of captive tigers in VN improved with DNA sampling

A collection of biopsy samples from 26 captive tigers for DNA analysis was completed at Đại Nam Zoo in the southern province of Bình Dương.

US and Vietnam celebrate achievements in addressing environmental pollution

The US and Vietnam celebrated their joint achievements over the past seven years addressing environmental pollution challenges across Vietnam.

Rare Burmese peacock-pheasant discovered in Binh Phuoc

The Forest Protection Department of Dong Phu District in Binh Phuoc Province has received a Burmese peacock-pheasant, which is classified as a critically endangered and rare species of wildlife in need of conservation.

Vietnam attends New Global Financial Pact Summit

Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha will attend an international summit for a New Global Financing Pact to be held in Paris, France, on June 22-23.

Waste disturbs locals, tourists in southern province’s beach

Since Thursday afternoon, a large amount of ocean waste, primarily seaweed, has been carried ashore by the tides onto several beaches in the area.

VN active in efforts to reduce carbon emissions from aviation activities

The Civil Aviation Authority of VN (CAAV) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) organised a workshop on monitoring CO2 emissions and measures to reduce emissions from civil aviation activities.

Network of journalists on investigating illegal wildlife trade makes debut

A network of journalists on investigating and preventing of illegal wildlife trade made debut in Hanoi on June 13.

Too much to bear: art house a foundation for daring projects

The One-Square-Metre World exhibition has been held in Ninh Bình since late April, aiming to raise community awareness of animal welfare and call for an end to the practice of holding bears captive for bile extraction in VN.

Animal welfare: Emerging concept and application that needs to be promoted in VN

Despite being stated in the Animal Husbandry and Veterinary laws, animal welfare is a new concept to Vietnamese farmers and consumers, with a lack of application and understanding.

Thai Nguyen family hands over six captive tigers

Six tigers kept in captivity for nearly 20 years in a house in the northern province of Thai Nguyen have been handed over by their owners to the Hanoi Wild Animal Rescue Centre.

Temporary landfill plagues Phu Quoc residents

Around 200 tonnes of rubbish have been discharged into a temporary landfill on Phu Quoc Island in the southern province of Kien Giang, causing severe pollution.

South-central provinces press ahead with plastic waste fight

Coastal provinces in the south-central region like Quang Ngai, Phu Yen and Binh Dinh have been busily tackling plastic waste in a bid to protect their marine environment.

Tourists advised not to take plastic bags to Co To Island

Households on the island have been also provided with environmentally friendly bags to reduce the use of plastic.

HCM City promotes digital transformation in waste management

HCM City is making efforts to promote digital transformation in the collection, treatment and management of the huge volume of domestic solid waste discharged daily.

Unilever encourages consumers to take action on environmental protection

In celebration of World Environment Day, Unilever Vietnam has joined the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) to launch a campaign tackling plastic pollution, cleaning the environment, and regenerating nature in Vietnam.

Vietnam targets reduction in single-use plastics and plastic waste

The Vietnamese government has focused on dealing with plastic waste pollution and ocean plastic waste in recent years by renewing legal documents and policies on environmental protection.

700-year-old gold apple tree recognized as heritage tree

A 700-year-old gold apple tree (or yellow Diospyros decandra Lour ) in the north-central province of Ha Tinh has been recognized as a heritage tree by the Vietnam Association for Conservation of Nature and Environment (VACNE).

Land erosion worsens in Mekong Delta

At the end of May 2023, the beginning of the rainy season increased land erosion along rivers and canals in the Mekong Delta including the Tien River, Hau River and Ca Mau peninsula.

Styrofoam waste pollutes Ha Long Bay

Styrofoam debris seen floating in Ha Long Bay after illegal aquaculture cages dismantled

Nghe An police uncover wildlife trafficking ring from Lao to Vietnam

Police in the central province of Nghe An on Tuesday seized a man carrying dozens of animals which were allegedly smuggled from Laos to Vietnam for consumption in Chau Binh Commune, in the province’s Quy Chau District.