Miguelia Cruenta Aver & Vuong (Photo: Truong Ba Vuong - Institute of Tropical Biology)
Vietnamese scientists and foreign partners have discovered new plant organisms living 1,000 metres above sea level at the Hon Ba Natural Reserve 30 kilometres away from central Khanh Hoa province’s Nha Trang city.
A newly-found species in the coffee family has been named Xu huong Yahara in honour of collaboration between the Institute of Tropical Biology and the centre for Asian ecology conservation under Japan’s Kyushu University. The plant is between 1 and 1.5 metres in height with red flowers and egg-shaped fruit.
The Vietnamese institute and the Czech Republic’s Prague garden have also jointly uncovered two new members of the ginger family – which were named Zingiber discolor and Zingiber yersinii.
Meanwhile, Miguelia Cruenta Aver & Vuong – a wild orchid with zigzagged greenish yellow flowers – has been added to Vietnam’s book of nature.
Covering 2,000 hectares, the Hon Ba Natural Reserve boasts more than 590 species of flora. Established in 2005, the reserve has been a big draw for local and international biologists.-VNA
Scientists have found more Vietnam’s endemic ginger species at the Hon Ba Nature Reserve in the central province of Khanh Hoa, according to VietnamNet Bridge.
The People’s Committee of central coastal Khanh Hoa province has approved a 95 billion VND plan to sustainably develop its Hon Ba nature reserve until 2020.
Scientists from the central coastal province of Khanh Hoa have suggested preserving the rare population of a Camellia species which were found in the local mountainous region in 2013.
One flora and two amphibian species have been discovered in the central provinces of Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong, creating more demand for the protection of biodiversity around the provinces.
The figures were highlighted in a Pre-Feasibility Study on a DRS tailored for single-use beverage packaging in Vietnam, conducted by Eunomia Research & Consulting.
Young people should not view AI as salvation but rather as a tool under human control. Young creators should focus on learning and accumulating practical knowledge, using AI as a tool to carry out artistic projects in the most effective and cost-efficient manner.
Saigon Hi-Tech Park’s ambitious 50% renewable energy goal far exceeds the city’s 15% target, positioning the park as a trailblazing “living lab” for sustainable energy solutions.
Vietnam's economic losses from natural disasters are estimated to account for 1 to 1.5% of GDP annually - a steep price that will continue to rise unless the country takes strong action.
Wutip, the first storm in the East Sea so far this year, has wreaked havoc across central Vietnam, claiming lives, displacing residents, and causing widespread damage to houses, crops, and infrastructure, the Department of Dyke Management and Disaster Prevention and Control reported as of 6:30 pm on June 13.
The tremor occurred at 7:39:46 am (Hanoi time), with the epicentre located at latitude 14.924°N and longitude 108.236°E, at a depth of approximately 8.1 kilometres. The natural disaster risk level was classified as 0 – the lowest on the scale.
Addressing a session on “Accelerating Financing for Resilience: Tailored Solutions for Disaster Risk Reduction,” Deputy Minister Hiep emphasised Vietnam's proposal in building sustainable financing in response to natural disasters, which aligns with the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction's goals.
Vietnam has demonstrated its strong commitments by participating in global sustainable development forums, signing multiple free trade agreements, and attracting support from international partners for the implementation of the SDGs.
The fight against plastic pollution could not succeed through isolated efforts, but it must be a collective endeavour involving the entire political system, businesses, citizens, and the international community, said Minister of Agriculture and Environment Do Duc Duy.
Lang Son Global Geopark, with its outstanding geological values, cultural heritage, and unique natural landscapes, represents a valuable addition to UNESCO’s global geoparks system.
In 2019, Quang Ninh became one of the first localities in Vietnam to launch a province-wide campaign against plastic waste, mobilising the participation of the political system, the business sector, and the general public. Other localities—such as Hai Phong, Da Nang, Binh Duong, and Ho Chi Minh City—have also effectively implemented waste-sorting initiatives at source, along with models for plastic-free markets and urban areas.
This year’s World Oceans Day on June 8 is themed 'Wonderful Oceans: Sustaining What Sustains Us', while World Environment Day is on June 5 with the theme: 'Beat Plastic Pollution'.
According to Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Environment Le Huu Toan, a fire prevention and control plan has been in place since the dry season began, including round-the-clock patrols and rapid-response teams to snuff out fires before they could spread.
Renowned artists including Ha Anh Tuan, Den Vau, and Phan Manh Quynh, along with many directors and attendees, took part in planting hundreds of rare tree species such as mun (Diospyros mun) and cho chi (Parashorea chinensis) in the Thung Bong area of the Cuc Phuong National Park, contributing to forest ecosystem restoration.
The dispatch noted that since the beginning of 2025, natural disasters have claimed 29 lives and left several others missing. A total of 67 houses have collapsed, and 2,342 homes have been unroofed or damaged.
Its Forest Protection Sub-department has applied various specialised software and information technologies in forest management and protection and fire prevention.
In 2005, Nghe An had 570 captive bears, the largest number in Vietnam. Thanks to efforts by local authorities, forest rangers, and rescue forces, the number has fallen to just 15.
A national plan sets clear goals to be achieved by 2030, including the completion of climate-resilient infrastructure and improved capacity for disaster prevention and adaptation.
Miguelia Cruenta Aver & Vuong (Photo: Truong Ba Vuong - Institute of Tropical Biology)
