Authorities in Phu Tho have issued a fine of VND1.89 billion against the Vietnam Paper Corporation for causing air and water pollution in the area. Photo by Phu Tho Investment Portal
According to the Phu Tho Provincial People's Committee, the company, based in Phu Ninh District, had discharged wastewater and emissions containing pollutants exceeding the permitted levels.
The company has been requested to immediately stop all their illegal discharge activities, and strictly follow legal regulations on environmental protection.
It will have 10 days to pay their fines and 30 days to address environmental pollution caused by its violations.