Environment

Xuan Thuy National Park recognised as ASEAN Heritage Park

Xuan Thuy National Park in northern Ninh Binh Province was awarded the title of ASEAN Heritage Park on March 22, marking a major milestone in Vietnam’s efforts to protect critical wetland ecosystems.

Cuc Phuong National Park launches Vietnam’s first rewilding plan

Cuc Phuong National Park has unveiled Vietnam’s first rewilding action plan, aiming to restore wildlife populations and rebuild ecosystems at the country’s oldest protected area.

Rare slow loris found and released in Lam Dong

A rare pygmy slow loris has been discovered in Lam Dong Province and safely returned to the wild after being handed over to authorities by a local resident.

New venomous pit viper recorded in Vietnam for first time

A venomous snake species first discovered in China last year has now been recorded in Vietnam, expanding its known range beyond a single protected area.

10 metre whale carcass washes ashore in Nghe An Province

A decomposed 10 metre whale has washed ashore in Nghe An, with authorities coordinating its removal and burial in line with local customs.

Hanoi steps up flood-control projects

Hanoi is accelerating 10 urgent flood-control projects worth about VND 5.579 trillion (around USD 212 million), aiming to boost drainage capacity citywide ahead of the 2026 rainy season.

Vietnam to launch energy-saving campaign for Earth Hour 2026

Vietnam will launch a nationwide campaign promoting energy efficiency and green lifestyles in response to Earth Hour 2026, with a kickoff event in Hanoi expected to draw more than 2,000 participants.

Southern Vietnam enters widespread heatwave

Southern Vietnam, including Ho Chi Minh City, is entering a widespread heatwave, with temperatures in some areas expected to exceed 35 degrees Celsius in the coming days.

Mild cold spell to bring showers to northern Vietnam

A weak cold spell is set to affect northern Vietnam from March 20, bringing scattered showers and thunderstorms, while heat intensifies in the south.

Belgium backs dioxin cleanup to address Vietnam war legacy

Vietnam and Belgium have approved a project to treat dioxin-contaminated soil, marking a major step in addressing the long-term environmental and human impacts of war.

3.5m python found in Danang residential area released

A 3.5-metre reticulated python found in a Danang neighbourhood has been safely captured and released back into the wild, authorities said.

Rare hornbill and otter captured on camera in Quang Ngai national park

Chu Mom Ray National Park in Quang Ngai Province has, for the first time, captured clear images of a hornbill and an otter using camera traps.

Three earthquakes hit Quang Ngai within two hours

Three earthquakes measuring up to 3.8 magnitude struck Quang Ngai Province within two hours on March 17, with no damage reported but tremors clearly felt by residents.

Unusually low water exposes bed of Da River

Water levels on the Da River downstream of Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant have dropped sharply, exposing wide sandbanks and allowing residents to walk far into the riverbed.

Danang declares natural disaster emergency after hillside collapse

Danang authorities have declared a natural disaster emergency in several villages of Hung Son Commune after land subsidence and landslide risks were detected, including a hillside collapse.

Thousands of tonnes of waste pile up near Danang

Thousands of tonnes of household waste have accumulated in several communes in Danang City after a local waste treatment plant suspended operations.

Heat to intensify across Vietnam from April

Heat is set to intensify across parts of Vietnam from April, while storm and tropical depression activity this year is expected to remain near the long-term average.

Gia Lai launches climate resilience project for coastal communities

Authorities in Gia Lai Province have approved a project aimed at helping coastal communities adapt to climate change.

Northern Vietnam to turn warmer as cold air weakens

Northern Vietnam is expected to see sunnier and warmer weather from March 17 as weakening cold air gives way to rising temperatures, with some areas forecast to exceed 33 degrees Celsius.

Fishermen free trapped sea turtle in video seen by millions

A video showing fishermen rescuing a sea turtle entangled in fishing net off the coast of central Vietnam has attracted millions of views on social media.

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