Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Hiep: “Accurate assessment, proper planning, and swift assistance”

Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Hiep: “Accurate assessment, proper planning, and swift assistance”

This was affirmed by Deputy Minister Nguyen Hoang Hiep during a meeting with Ms. Pauline Tamesis, UN Resident Coordinator in Vietnam, on September 24 at the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) headquarters. Lessons learned from Typhoon Yagi and recent natural disasters underscore the importance of accurate situation assessment, proper planning, and timely assistance. This also serves as a basis for strengthening cooperation between Vietnam and the United Nations to enhance disaster response capacity amid complex climate change developments.

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.

Application of a three-stage aerobic biological rotating cage: A novel approach to urban domestic wastewater treatment

Application of a three-stage aerobic biological rotating cage: A novel approach to urban domestic wastewater treatment

Domestic wastewater is one of the most significant environmental pressures in urban areas of Vietnam, particularly in densely populated neighborhoods with limited infrastructure. A recent study by Le Hoang Viet and Nguyen Vo Chau Ngan (Faculty of Environment and Natural Resources, Can Tho University) evaluated a three-stage aerobic biological rotating cage (an improved form of the rotating biological contactor - RBC) using K3 media, demonstrating high treatment efficiency and promising applicability due to its low investment cost and simple operation.

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.