Promoting Viet Nam-South Africa agricultural trade cooperation

Promoting Viet Nam-South Africa agricultural trade cooperation

On October 24, Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Hiep met with South African Minister of Agriculture John Henry Steenhuise. During the meeting, the two sides agreed to promote agricultural trade and aim to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in November. The meeting took place as leaders of both countries move toward establishing a Strategic Partnership later this year. Both Vietnam and South Africa expressed their desire to expand economic and trade cooperation, particularly in agriculture and environment — sectors where they possess complementary strengths and potential.

Perspectives from the Vietnam - Japan Ocean Policy Dialogue 2025

Perspectives from the Vietnam - Japan Ocean Policy Dialogue 2025

The Vietnam - Japan Ocean Policy Dialogue 2025 gathered policymakers, government officials, and experts from both countries for candid exchanges on legal frameworks, marine spatial planning (MSP), renewable energy development, and public-private cooperation. The wide-ranging perspectives from Vietnam and Japan not only underscored strong political commitment but also suggested concrete pathways toward the shared goal of building safe, sustainable, and resilient oceans.

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Agricultural and environmental diplomacy shaping Vietnam’s position in a new era

Agricultural and environmental diplomacy shaping Vietnam’s position in a new era

In an era of deepening global integration, agricultural and environmental diplomacy has emerged not only as a channel to mobilize international resources but also as a strategic tool to assert resilience, consolidate national standing, and safeguard core interests. Acting as the Ministry’s advisory hub, the Department of International Cooperation plays a pivotal role in shaping external policies, supporting Vietnam’s proactive integration, expanding markets, removing trade barriers, mobilizing international resources, and amplifying Vietnam’s voice as a respected presence on the global stage.

Aeration by venturi tube: A new approach for domestic wastewater treatment

Aeration by venturi tube: A new approach for domestic wastewater treatment

In biological wastewater treatment, oxygen is the “lifeline” sustaining aerobic microorganisms that decompose pollutants. However, oxygen supply typically requires significant energy, accounting for a major portion of operational costs in treatment plants. Addressing this challenge, Phan Xuan Loi, Nguyen Truong Thanh, and Kim Lavane from the College of Environment and Natural Resources, Can Tho University, have developed a novel system that uses a venturi tube combined with a helical mixer to generate microbubbles, thereby enhancing oxygen dissolution in water.

Lam Dong Provincial Chairman Tran Hong Thai: Leading by vision, delivering with impact

Lam Dong Provincial Chairman Tran Hong Thai: Leading by vision, delivering with impact

According to Resolution No. 202/2025/QH15 on the reorganization of provincial-level administrative units, the new Lam Dong Province has been established by merging the entire administrative boundaries of the former Lam Dong, Dak Nong, and Binh Thuan provinces. Following this restructuring, Prof. Dr. Tran Hong Thai was elected Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Provincial People’s Council. This appointment marks a significant milestone in his political career and reflects the trust placed in him by the Party, State, and people—as a leader with integrity, competence, and strategic vision for the new development phase of the province. That trust is grounded in tangible achievements and a dynamic shift in governance, clearly demonstrated during his tenure as Chairman of the Lam Dong People’s Committee from August 2024 to June 30, 2025.