The Ministry of Transport and People’s Committee in the central provinces of Quang Tri and Thua Thien- Hue organized groundbreaking of Cam Lo- La Son section of the North-South Expressway through PM Phuc performed the much-awaited groundbreaking of the expressway ordering constructors to speed up the construction so that the expressway would be soon operated to help reducing transportation fee and improving people’s life. This is the first sub-project of the 11 sub-projects of the eastern section of the North-South Expressway to start. The North-South Expressway covers at least 2,000 kilometer, extending from the northern mountainous Lang Son Province to the Southern Province of Ca Mau. Nearly 1,000 kilometer section of the expressway was built while it is scheduled additional 900 kilometer will be built in 2021. Moreover, construction of at least more 2,000 kilometer section of the expressway will be completed from 2021 to 2025. The National Assembly has approved the … [Read more...] about North-South expressway breaks ground after long time waiting
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Program to promote conservation of endangered sea turtles
The programme aims to protect and sustainably develop the populations of endangered turtle species and their habitats, thereby helping to preserve biodiversity in Vietnam. Accordingly, legal documents will be perfected to improve the legal basis for the conservation while surveys and studies of the threatened species will be increased. Relevant agencies will build management models for conservation areas, promote rescue, and multiply the endangered species. They are also set to enhance the effectiveness of conservation management and relevant law enforcement. Additionally, more activities will also be organised to improve public awareness of and participation in the conservation. Under the programme, two sea turtle rescue centres will be set up in Ba Ria-Vung Tau and Khanh Hoa provinces. Three conservation areas for land-dwelling and freshwater tortoises are also expected to be established, including an area for the Vietnamese pond turtle (Mauremys annamensis) in Binh Son district of … [Read more...] about Program to promote conservation of endangered sea turtles
Over 12 tons of mercury waste collected from Rang Dong fire
The functional forces have collected 12 tons of mercury-contaminated waste on an area of about 300 square meters; sprayed over 3.7 tons of chemicals against mercury dispersant outside the 2,500 square-meter environment; urgently cleaned up the scene; carried out site clearance and protected regional security. The Hanoi Sewerage and Drainage Company has planned to deploy dredging works, collection and mud suction with modern equipment at the drainage systems around the Rang Dong Company from September 14 to September 20. Vacuum trucks containing sludge will be sealed for treatment according to the guidance of the Chemical Army and Hanoi Department of Natural Resources and Environment. Earlier, the Hanoi Department of Health said that more than 1,700 pupils and 77 teachers of Ha Dinh Primary School, Ha Dinh Secondary School and Anh Sao Kindergarten were sent to health centers to closely monitor and test their health situation. BY MINH KHANG- Translated by Huyen Huong Tags: Rang … [Read more...] about Over 12 tons of mercury waste collected from Rang Dong fire
People contribute billions of dollars for gov’t new rural plan
Speaking at the conference to review 10-year implementation of the government’s new rural plan in the two regions with the attendance of Deputy Prime Minister Vuong Dinh Hue and economists, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development Le Quoc Doanh made the statement. He added for the period 2010-2015, the two regions have called for VND299,070 billion accounting for 35 percent of the country’s total contribution. Accordingly, total social contribution in the two regions from 2010 to 2019 has been VND932,498 billion. The two regions, as he said, have significant role and position in the country’s economic growth. Mr. Hue lauded the government’s new rural plan carried out in the two regions last time. However, the two regions are facing infrastructure difficulties, climate change challenges on agricultural production and linkage with other regions to develop economy; therefore, each provinces should have opinions for carrying out the plan in the … [Read more...] about People contribute billions of dollars for gov’t new rural plan
SGGP, Korean Air hold mid-autumn festival in Ben Tre
They gifted the students with 60 bicycles and other presents with a total value of VND200 million (about US$8,700). Mr. Shin Seung Joo, Representative of Korean Air in Ho Chi Minh City thanked SGGP for helping the carrier’s charitable support reach Binh Khanh Dong commune. Binh Khanh Dong commune holds certain significance in Vietnam’s revolutionary history. Most children here have little to no opportunity for proper education or recreation. Binh Khanh Dong – Tay secondary school is currently schooling 475 students, among whom nearly 100 come from recognized poverty-stricken households. Mr. Nguyen Nhat, Deputy Editor-in-chief of SGGP expressed his admiration for the learning spirits of Ben Tre students and concern for their financial hardship during the ceremony. He and many others believed that the humble presents they brought would keep the students motivated and bring them tremendous joy. Mr. Shin Seung Joo, Representative of Korean Air in Ho Chi Minh City … [Read more...] about SGGP, Korean Air hold mid-autumn festival in Ben Tre