How architects can take action on climate change

An eroded site (Illustrative photo: VNA) Ca Mau (VNA) - Erosion was recently detected in three sections measuring about 1,700m of the embankment in Tran Van Thoi and U Minh districts in the southernmost province of Ca Mau. The damage was caused by Storm Koguma , the second one hitting the East Sea this year, according to the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. The Department has instructed the irrigation division to arrange personnel to keep watch on the eroded parts and proposed the provincial People’s Committee strengthen the dykes before the stormy season arrives. Projects to strengthen the current sections of the dyke and build new parts as well as residential areas, are lagging behind due to high prices of building materials, labour shortages and land clearance issues. After inspecting erosion that recently occurred, Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Thanh Trieu ordered the acceleration of the … [Read more...] about Erosion detected in Ca Mau’s coastal embankment

Vietnam logs 90 new domestic COVID-19 infections Vietnam recorded 102 new COVID-19 cases, including 90 domestically-transmitted and 12 imported, in the past six hours to 6pm on June 19, the Ministry of Health announced. Among the domestic cases, 31 were detected in Ho Chi Minh City, 18 in Bac Giang, 18 in Binh Duong, seven in Bac Ninh, five in Da Nang, three in Long An, two in Lang Son, two in Dong Nai, two in Ha Tinh, one in Nghe An and one in Nam Dinh. As of 18:00 on June 19, the country had logged 11,213 domestic infections and 1,687 imported cases. The number of local infections since the fourth wave of outbreaks hit the country on April 27 has reached 9,936, including 2,280 recoveries. Among active patients undergoing treatment, 395 have tested negative to coronavirus once, 127 twice and 131 thrice. A total of 5,054 patients were given the all-clear from the virus while the death toll related to the disease amounted to 64./. Best conditions created for trial of … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 19

175 COVID-19 patients given all-clear on June 20 The Ministry of Health reported that 94 new COVID-19 cases had been detected in the six hours from 12pm to 6pm June 20, all local infections. Ho Chi Minh City reported the most cases with 57, while 23 cases were detected in Bac Giang, 9 in Da Nang, three in Bac Ninh, and two in Nghe An. With the new cases, the total number recorded on June 20 amounted to 311, including 11 imported. The national tally rose to 13,211 as of 6pm June 20, including 11,513 domestic cases. 175 patients were given the all-clear from the virus on the day while the death toll related to the disease rose to 66. Among active patients undergoing treatment, 381 have tested negative to coronavirus once, 135 twice and 137 thrice. Twenty one provinces and cities have gone free of new cases for at least 14 days./. Vietnam receives 500,000 doses of Vero-Cell vaccine from China A flight transporting 500,000 doses of Vero-Cell vaccine … [Read more...] about VIETNAM NEWS HEADLINES JUNE 20

Commitment to emissions reduction Vietnam’s energy sector is forecast to account for over 70 percent of its total greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Under the terms of the Paris Climate Change Accord submitted to the UN in September 2020, Vietnam has committed to reducing its greenhouse gas emissions by nine percent this decade. This figure could increase to 27 percent if it receives efficient support from the international community. Minister Dien praised Sharma’s late May visit to Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries, saying it reflected the willingness of the UK, his homeland, and other developed countries to share experiences and cooperate with Vietnam’s response to climate change. Minister Dien informed the COP 26 President that Vietnam’s Power Plan VIII would develop integrated smart grids and two-way energy transmission lines, improve the adjustment of frequency and voltage to keep the power system stable, accelerate use of renewable energy sources and … [Read more...] about UK pledges help in reducing Vietnam’s dependence on fossil fuels

The two-day event, which is held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, will include a leaders’ discussion with the participation of many leaders, including Korean President Moon Jae-in, Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, French President Emmanuel Macron, and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. A general discussion will draw the attendance of 170 officials, representatives from international organizations, businesses, civil organizations, and scholars. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres and OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurria are also among the participants. Speaking at the opening ceremony, RoK President Moon Jae-in announced Seoul's plans to expand support for developing nations, including a significant increase by 2025 in its official development assistance (ODA) associated with climate and green projects. Moon also made public the RoK's bid to host the 28th United Nations Climate Change Conference of … [Read more...] about Second P4G Summit opens in Republic of Korea