Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – A conference took place in Hanoi on April 13 to review the support programme in response to climate change. The event was co-hosted by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment’s Department of Climate Change and the Ministry of Planning and Investment’s Department of Science, Education, Natural Resources and Environment. Speaking at the event, head of the Department of Climate Change Tang The Cuong said Vietnam has actively realised commitments mentioned at the 21st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP-21). He said Vietnam’s major policies in 2019, which should be added to a policy framework to submit to the Prime Minister in June 2018, will contribute to refining mechanisms towards the full implementation of the Paris Agreement to be valid in the country from 2021. Deputy head of the Department of Climate Change Pham Van Tan said eight goals of the … [Read more...] about Conference reviews climate change response support programme
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ADB President: Inclusiveness, climate change, and aging are challenges…
During his visit to Beijing, Mr. Nakao met the new Finance Minister and ADB Governor Liu Kun to exchange views on the status of the global and PRC economies, the PRC’s reforms including in the fiscal area, and the strong development partnership between ADB and the PRC. Minister Liu and Mr. Nakao agreed to promote regional cooperation through the Belt and Road Initiative, the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation Program, and the Greater Mekong Subregion Economic Cooperation Program.ADB President Takehiko Nakao (second from right) and PRC Vice-Premier Han Zheng (center) along with other dignitaries at the China Development Forum 2018 in Beijing. (Source: ADB)Mr. Nakao highlighted three policy challenges for the PRC as it transitions to high-quality growth in a new era: (i) inclusiveness, (ii) climate change and the environment, and (iii) an aging society. He emphasized, in particular, the need for inclusive development. Mr. Nakao remarked “China is already a very … [Read more...] about ADB President: Inclusiveness, climate change, and aging are challenges…
FAO helps Asia-Pacific’s agriculture adapt to climate change
The move is part of the activities to carry out the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030 (Sendai Framework), heard a regional conference held in Hanoi on March 15. The framework outlines four priorities for actions to be taken to prevent new and reduce existing disaster risks, including understanding disaster risks, strengthening disaster risk governance to manage disaster risks, investing in disaster reduction for resilience and enhancing disaster preparedness for effective response. The management of disaster risks should be included in all development sectors as it is crucial to reduce losses caused by natural disasters, respond to climate change and realise the Sustainable Development Goals. Kundhavi Kadiresan, FAO Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Asia and the Pacific, said that 2.5 billion people in the world are living off of agriculture development and agricultural losses will threaten the global efforts in alleviating poverty. FAO is … [Read more...] about FAO helps Asia-Pacific’s agriculture adapt to climate change
Project helps provinces improve adaptation to climate change
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Lessons learned from the strategic mainstreaming of ecosystem-based adaptation (EbA) was a good foundation for Vietnam to prepare for climate change, according to Dr. Nguyen The Chinh from the Natural Resources and Environment Strategic Institute. Chinh was speaking at a workshop on February 6 reviewing a project on the subject. It was held by the Institute for Strategy and Policy on Natural Resources and Environment in collaboration with the German Development Cooperation Agency. The event marked more than three years of productive collaboration. The 4-million Euro (4.9 million USD) project funded by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) worked with the Vietnamese Government to mainstream ecosystem-based measures into pilot models in Ha Tinh and Quang Binh provinces. "After three years of implementation, the project evaluated the vulnerable ecological situation in Ha Tinh and Quang … [Read more...] about Project helps provinces improve adaptation to climate change
Ho Chi Minh city, Netherlands cooperate in adapting to climate change
At the reception (Photo: VNA)Expressing his pleasure with the strong development in the Vietnam - Netherlands relationship, Mr. Nhan said that the Netherlands is one of Vietnam’s special partners, especially the strategic partnership in climate change, water management, sustainable agriculture and food safety. “In 2018, Ho Chi Minh city is willing to work with the Netherlands in carrying out cooperative activities to mark the 45th anniversary of the diplomatic relationship between the two countries,” he added. He also suggested the Netherlands accelerate the support for the city in completing flooding prevention projects, and designing components in the project on building the city into a smart city. Noting that diverse changes have been reported in the relationship between the Netherlands and Vietnam, Ms Sigrig Kaag said she believed that in 2018, the two countries would organize a wide range of cooperative activities to mark the anniversary of the diplomatic … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh city, Netherlands cooperate in adapting to climate change
VN, Netherlands enhance cooperation in climate change adaption, start-ups
PM Nguyen Xuan Phuc hosts a reception for Dutch Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation Sigrid Kaag, Ha Noi, February 6, 2018 - Photo: VGP/Quang Hieu The PM expected that the visit will create marks in promoting the two nations’ Comprehensive Partnership more effectively and synchronously with Strategic Partnership Arrangement on Climate Change Adaptation and Water Management in 2010 as well as the Strategic Partnership Arrangement on Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security in 2014. The Ambassador hailed the two countries’ active preparations for celebrating the 45th anniversary of the diplomatic ties, expecting that the two Governments and people will tighten the cooperative relations, heading to the future period for the joint prosperity. She announced that a number of Dutch businesses joining her delegation desire to seek for further investment in Viet Nam not only in such areas as climate … [Read more...] about VN, Netherlands enhance cooperation in climate change adaption, start-ups
APPF 26 calls for more actions to address climate change
Delegates debated ways to enhance joint action responding to climate change and foster cultural and tourism cooperation in the region, and talked about resources for sustainable development. Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam speaks at the third plenary session, APPF-26 (Source: APPF-27 organiser) "It’s neccesary for each nation to create its own legal corridors, institutions, policies, as well as to define resources of priority to cope with climate change in accordance with international principles, Conventions, and Protocols. Joint efforts among nations are much needed. Developed countries should support developing ones in terms of both finance and knowhows. Cooperation among the government, the private sector and non-governmental organizations in this field also needs to be strengthened", said Vietnamese Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam in his keynote speech. Senator Loren B. Legarda, Chairperson of the Philippines’ Senate Committee on … [Read more...] about APPF 26 calls for more actions to address climate change
APPF-26 resolved to combat climate change for sustainable development
Developing countries need support from developed nations in respect of financial resources, knowledge as well as their experience in order to meet sustainable development goals (SDGs), has said Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam. Deputy Prime Minister Vu Duc Dam Expansion of joint actions on climate change response and the resources for sustainable development was at the top of the agenda at the third plenary session of the 26th Annual Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentary Forum (APPF-26) in Hanoi on January 20. In his speech at the session, Deputy PM Vu Duc Dam stressed the necessity for countries to join forces in the struggle against climate change. 'There should be increased cooperation between the government, private sector, and non-governmental organizations in realizing sustainable development goals (SDGs). It is necessary to build a perfect legal system that clarifies the rights and responsibilities of organizations and individuals and priotizes resources for … [Read more...] about APPF-26 resolved to combat climate change for sustainable development
Vietnam’s Mekong Delta residents internally migrate due to climate change: researches
Climate change is costing people their livelihoods, leading to an internal migration crisis in the Mekong Delta of southern Vietnam, studies have shown.The Mekong Delta is a tremendous area of over 3.9 million hectares, famed for its fertility and contribution to domestic and global agriculture, aquaculture and economy.This region, hosting thirteen provinces, is also known as Vietnam’s Southern Plains in the local geographical terms, or mien Tay (the West) as the locals warmly call it.Due to severe climatic impact, however, its 18 million residents are economically at stake, with many internally migrating in the hope of better life.In the last 10 years, the internal migration rate in the Mekong Delta has been double that of the national average, with 1.7 million leavers and merely 700,000 new settlers. When climate hits, livelihoods sufferThe Deltas, Vulnerability & Climate Change: Migration & Adaptation (DECCMA) project, a large-scale project aimed at analyzing the … [Read more...] about Vietnam’s Mekong Delta residents internally migrate due to climate change: researches
IMF: Greener growth could reduce climate change risks
Every year since 1990, natural disasters have cost Vietnam on average about 1 per cent of GDP and caused some 500 casualties. It was affected by 12 major storms last year, which caused deadly floods and destroyed hundreds of thousands of homes and hectares of crops.Vietnam’s vulnerability is exacerbated by its 2,150-mile-long coastline and proximity to the tropics. Its 95 million people and the bulk of its economic assets, including a large rural population, are concentrated in the coastal lowlands, which are susceptible to typhoons.The IMF believes climate change will likely exacerbate pressure on the environment. More frequent and more intense storms could affect crop yields and production, impacting rural incomes, food security, and commodity exports.Increased rainfall intensity will damage roads and railroad networks. Higher temperatures will raise demand for electricity. Risks will weigh disproportionally on the poor, who could be forced to migrate inland or towards large … [Read more...] about IMF: Greener growth could reduce climate change risks