ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS
Vietnam's coral reefs face extinction
19/06/2014|08:18:00
Although Vietnam is among the countries with the most vibrant coral reefs, many species existing in this biosphere are on the verge of extinction as a result of over exploitation.
Ministries cooperate for health environment protection
19/06/2014|08:14:00
The ministries of heath, natural resources and environment, and public security have worked together to enhance hygiene in hospitals, as only 54.4 percent of health stations nationwide have been equipped with treatment systems for medical waste water.
Wetlands need better protection: experts
18/06/2014|05:03:00
The Mekong Delta region should better protect its wetlands by improving the application of sustainable livelihood models, experts said at a recent forum in Tan An city, Long An Province.
Netherlands backs Mekong region
18/06/2014|03:14:00
Prime Minister Nguyen Tan Dung and his visiting Dutch counterpart Mark Rutte yesterday co-chaired a high-level conference in Ha Noi to discuss their co-ordination in the comprehensive development of Viet Nam's Mekong Delta region.