Tag: Climate Change
JICA provides over VND9 billion to help Can Tho improve drainage system
The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) will provide non-refundable aid worth more than VND9.1 billion (about US$384,600) to help Mekong Delta city of Can Tho strengthen its capacity in drainage management and climate change adaptation.
Circular agriculture - a must for Vietnam's green future
VOV.VN - In response to the growing impacts of climate change, the transition toward a green economy, particularly green and circular agriculture, has become an inevitable development trend, said experts at a forum in Hanoi on July 16.
Vietnam consults stakeholders on climate change scenarios
A consultation workshop convened in Hanoi on July 2 to present and gather feedback on climate change projections and communication for Vietnam.
Water security – A strategic pillar for sustainable development
Vietnam’s water resource management is facing mounting challenges amid climate change, rising demand, and environmental pollution.
Vietnam reaffirms “three readiness” commitment at Deltas of the World Summit
VOV.VN - Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh reaffirmed Vietnam’s commitment to its “three readiness” strategy, by sharing knowledge and experience, participating in regional and global initiatives, and actively contributing to global climate efforts, while addressing a Deltas of the World Summit on June 9.
Cold air wave in summer – a sign of increasingly extreme weather
VOV.VN - A senior meteorologist has said there has been an increasing number of extreme weather patterns such as unseasonal cold spells and record-breaking rainfall happening right in the middle of summer in recent times, raising public concern about a powerful impact of climate change.
Vietnam likely to become high-income country if it fosters strategic drivers, says WB
VOV.VN - Vietnam can fully realise its goal of becoming a high-income country by 2045, provided it stays committed to pursuing two strategic drivers - institutional reform and green development, according to the World Bank (WB).
Aus4Innovation Program grants AUD2 mil to Vietnam to tackle climate change
VOV.VN - The Aus4Innovation Program, in its continued effort to foster innovation in agriculture between Australia in Vietnam, is announcing the fifth round of its Innovation Partnership Grants (Grant) with a total of up to AUD2 million in financial support.
Experts discuss strategic approaches to energy transition in Vietnam
The French Institute in the central city of Hue, in collaboration with the French Development Agency (AFD) in Vietnam, held a seminar on May 8 evening to discuss the context and challenges of climate change, as well as approaches to ecological and energy transition in Vietnam.
Vietnam among Asia-Pacific economies most exposed to climate risks
VOV.VN - Vietnam is among 11 Asia-Pacific countries considered most vulnerable to climate risks from a macroeconomic perspective, according to a new report released on April 8 by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP).
