Vietnam initiative promotes sustainable development of water resources
Measures to promote cooperation for sustainable development of water resources are being discussed during the Vietnam International Water Week 2018 in Vietnam from March 4-8, which gathers representatives from more than 30 countries and territories worldwide.
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Hanoi (VNA) – Measuresto promote cooperation for sustainable development of water resources are beingdiscussed during the Vietnam International Water Week 2018 from March 4-8, which gathers representativesfrom more than 30 countries and territories worldwide.
Themed “Vietnam WaterCooperation Initiative” (VACI), the event offers a chance for enterprises to show their commitmentto protecting water resources and the environment.
Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Tran Quy Kien affirmed Vietnam’sconsistent stance of managing water resources in an integrated manner, which ishighlighted in the National Strategy on Water Resources.
Water use must be in line with the economic restructuring in the context of industrialisation,he said, adding that water resources should be developed sustainably, and usedeconomically and effectively.
This management method is clearly shown in decrees, decisions, circulars aswell as in the implementation of water resources management policies, he noted.
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the world's water exploitation increases by 1 percent per year, puttingpressure on many countries and territories.
About 780 million people worldwide don’t haveaccess to clean and safe water sources, while both surface water andgroundwater are increasingly degraded and polluted.
The United Nations has estimated that the world's population will need 30 percent more clean water by 2030, and 44 percent by2050.
GeneralDirector of the Centre for Planning and Surveying National Water Resources Tong Ngoc Thanh said the VACI 2018 also aims to call for more effortsfrom enterprises to develop technological solutions in the field, and to raiseawareness of water resources and environmental protection.
The plenary session “Water is the goal of sustainable development” is thehighlight of the event, which also includes 23 seminars with nearly 500scientific reports on monitoring and forecasting of water resources,climate change adaptation in Asia and management of water resources in SoutheastAsia.
Exhibitions of photos and technologies and training courses related to water resourcesmanagement are also part of the event.-VNA
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According to Dr. Vu Anh Tuan, Deputy Director General of the Vietnam Space Centre and head of the project, this is the first study in Vietnam to simultaneously employ Sentinel-2 satellite data, advanced machine learning algorithms, and the Google Earth Engine (GEE) cloud computing platform to model and monitor key seawater quality parameters.
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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.
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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.
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