Japan helps Viet Nam with eco-conscious development

A two-day conference opened in Ha Noi, designed to highlight environmental conservation, sustainable development strategies and government policy in Viet Nam.

Ministry sets criteria for conservation parks

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MARD) has outlined the criteria for designating national preservation parks, affirming that a locale should contain, rare plants and animals listed in Vietnam's Red Book or other important characteristics, such as coral reefs.

Red-head cranes in Tram Chim need help

Tram Chim National Park in Tam Nong District, Dong Thap Province is the habitat of red-head cranes (scientifically known as Grus Antigone Sharpii), a species of bird listed in the World’s Red Book. However, the number of red-head cranes going to Tram Chim has decreased over the years that requires scientists, authorities and locals to make joint efforts to protect the “Red- head cranes’ house”.