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.

Gravity-driven water filtration system: A new hope for flood-affected communities

Gravity-driven water filtration system: A new hope for flood-affected communities

In response to the severe shortage of clean water following annual floods, a research team led by Do Sinh Cung and Do Khac Uan from the School of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Hanoi University of Science and Technology, has developed an innovative low-energy membrane filtration system. Operating entirely without electricity, the system enables residents in disaster-prone areas to access safe, hygienic water even under the most challenging conditions.

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.