Da Nang (VNA) – A multilateral talk on sustainable hydropower in the centraland Central Highlands regions took place in the central city of Da Nang onDecember 6.
Theconference gathered state officials, policy-makers, builders, socialorganisations, media agencies and residents.
Participatingexperts and researchers talked about the pros and cons of local hydropowerprojects built between 2013 and 2016, presenting several surveys on the impactsof hydropower plants on Vu Gia-Thu Bon river system on Dai Hong Commune inQuang Nam’s Dai Loc District, and of the Buon Kuoop plant on Ea Tung and DraiVillages in Dak Lak’s Kroong An District.
The VietnamElectricity (EVN) estimated that by 2015, the country, home to over 2,371rivers, had used up more than 80 percent of its hydropower potential estimatedat 35,000 MW. These electricity projects have contributed to ensuring energysecurity and economic growth. However, they also caused negative environmentaland social impacts.
Dang NgocQuang, a consultant at the Vietnam River Network (VRN), recommended measures toaddress hydropower problems need to involve affected residents, who in turnshould be enable to access legal services and technical support.
The VRNresearch group highlighted the necessity of improving residents’ skills andlegal knowledge in sending feedback and petitions on compensation and relocationto relevant parties, such as provincial authorities and construction companies./.
To accomplish socio-economic development objectives in Vietnam, building integrated reservoirs, combining hydroelectricity and irrigation is given priority for development. An insight on the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry website.
Vietnam has more than 3,450 river and stream systems of different sizes theoretically capable of generating electricity with a total potential production capacity of 35,000 MW and 300 billion kWh of electricity a year. The northern region accounts for some 60 percent, the central some 27 percent, and the southern 13 percent. However, with feasibility taken into account, the country can utilise about 26,000 MW or 100 billion kWh of electricity a year.
Residents in the Central and Central Highlands have asked for hydro-power developers to give top priority to ensuring local livelihoods and protecting the environment while undertaking their projects.
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and the Singapore-based Armstrong S.E. Clean Energy Fund have announced investments in the Gia Lai Electricity Joint Stock Company (GEC).
The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
The festival highlighted the contributions and robust development of Vietnam's revolutionary press over the past century while promoting press products and showcasing the creativity of Vietnamese journalists.
The programme on sustainable poverty reduction has achieved its annual targets for reducing the poverty rate as assigned by the National Assembly and the Government. It has fulfilled five specific objectives and five five-year goals, and met nine out of 12 indicators related to addressing basic social service shortages.
UNICEF stands ready to support the Government in implementing this important law and in continuing to invest in teachers as the cornerstone of a resilient, inclusive, and high-quality education system for all children.
PM Pham Minh Chinh highlighted how Vietnam's revolutionary press has continuously evolved and strengthened over the past century, affirming its role as a sharp and vital political, cultural, and ideological weapon serving the Fatherland and the people in the glorious revolutionary cause of the Party.
Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
In the context where AI dominates and produces vast volumes of content, the only sustainable path forward for journalism is to focus on high-quality content and core values. Journalism must redefine its mission - not to report the fastest, but to provide the most profound and trustworthy value.
Granma and the VNA have great potential for cooperation, especially in sharing content regularly, so that VNA products are published on Granma platforms and vice versa, thereby helping Cuban and Vietnamese people access true information and gain a deep understanding of each other's country and people.
During his stay in China’s Guangzhou city from 1924 to 1927 to prepare for the establishment of a Communist Party to lead Vietnam’s revolution, President Ho Chi Minh founded “Thanh nien” newspaper and released its first issue on June 21, 1925.
Vietnam and Cambodia are hoped to strengthen their robust collaboration across various sectors, particularly in resolving remaining border issues to transform the border area into a zone of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development.
The strategic product, managed and operated by the Vietnam News Agency Digital Media Centre (VNA Media), is an official channel for popularising the Party and State’s information and documents as well as delivering mainstream and trustworthy news to both domestic and international audiences through various kinds of multimedia formats.
Since President Ho Chi Minh founded Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has become the voice of the people. During the resistance war against the colonialists, journalists took great personal risks to inspire patriotism and the will of rising up against foreign invaders.
The total investment exceeded 319 billion VND (12.2 million USD), including over 261 billion VND from the state budget and 57.5 billion VND mobilised from businesses, organisations, and individuals.
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) 
