Traffic accidents

“When we arrived at the school, 13 students were suffering from injuries such as broken arms or legs or spine injuries. One of them was the most seriously injured as the student had stopped breathing and did not have a heartbeat,” he said. … [Read more...] about One student killed, 12 injured as tree falls at school

"It takes just two-three minutes to check the gas emissions of one motorbike and in case the vehicle does not meet the standard, the owner will have to deal with the problem before having the vehicle checked again later to get the certificate," Khanh said, adding that several countries in the world require such inspections every year. Vietnam could learn from such countries, he added. … [Read more...] about Make motorbike emission inspections mandatory: Transport Ministry

Hanoi (VNA) - The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has proposed support policies to encourage environmentally-friendly means of transport which run on electric engines and use renewable fuels. The proposal which aims to control air pollution and reduce greenhouse gas emissions has been submitted to the Government for consideration. It was made following the ministry’s study on international experience in managing environmentally-friendly means of transport. The ministry has submitted to the Government reports on air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in Vietnam, and development of electric means of transport. To better manage air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions discharged by means of transport, the ministry proposed the Government consider and submit the draft amended law on environmental protection to the National Assembly for approval. The ministry also proposed the issuance of a Government resolution on controlling air pollution. The … [Read more...] about Environment ministry eyes tackling transport pollution