Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on March 7 received foreign scientists who recently participated in the 4th International Conference on Environmental Pollution, Restoration, and Management (ICEPORM 2024) hosted by the central province of Binh Dinh.
At the meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha and foreign scientists in Hanoi on March 7. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) - Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha on March 7 received foreign scientists who recently participated in the 4th International Conference on Environmental Pollution, Restoration, and Management (ICEPORM 2024) hosted by the central province of Binh Dinh.
At the reception in Hanoi, Ha commended outcomes of the conference, which included an initiative on collaboration among scientists to address interdisciplinary environmental issues and provide recommendations and solutions for the Vietnamese Government.
According to the Deputy PM, Vietnam has been actively engaged in international agreements on climate change response, environmental protection. The nation was among the pioneers in implementing international commitments and agreements such as those involving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and just energy transition.
Vietnam is exploring new approaches, technological solutions, and techniques to tackle environmental issues, he stated. The country seeks international support and cooperation from scientists, organisations, and research institutes regarding research, human resource development, risk assessment, and the establishment of hazardous, solid and household waste management standards, among others.
Vietnam also welcomes the transfer of waste treatment and recycling technologies as well as assistance in handling residual wartime dioxin and in developing new environmental standards for investment and production.
He tasked the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and the Ministry of Health with closely working with environmental experts to implement the proposals and initiatives from ICEPORM in addressing current challenges.
Professor Hoang Chung Tham from the US’s Auburn University noted that the conference brought together over 100 scientists, who presented over 80 research outcomes on environmental pollution, toxicology, monitoring and treatment, and ecological risk assessment.
Leading experts and scientists in the field are ready to assist Vietnam in the research and development of technical standards suitable for practical implementation to ensure comprehensive national environmental management./.
With Vietnam aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, the Prime Minister has issued a financial strategy toward 2030, outlining perspectives and solutions to mobilise resources domestically and internationally for green economy and environmental protection activities.
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The 4th International Conference on Environmental Pollution, Restoration and Management kicked off in the south coastal province of Binh Dinh on March 4 to seek solutions to address environment challenges and pave the way for a more sustainable future for Vietnam and the world.
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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.
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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.
At the meeting between Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha and foreign scientists in Hanoi on March 7. (Photo: VNA) 
