climate change

Views offered at Sustainable Development 2023 conference

November 17, 2023 | 08:00

During the first session of the Sustainable Development 2023 conference, government and business leaders shared their sustainability efforts.

Live: Sustainable Development 2023 conference

November 16, 2023 | 08:41

In response to climate change, sustainable development has become an imperative for the world. This includes Vietnam, which is one of the five most vulnerable countries to climate change.

Oil exec and climate champion? The man steering COP28

October 31, 2023 | 12:36

The Emirati oil boss preparing to take the helm of UN climate talks said he is stunned to hear that environmentalists suspect him of duplicity on climate change.

Emissions fees a step towards sustainability ambitions

October 11, 2023 | 09:00

Vietnam’s recent proposal to introduce an environmental fee for emissions is seen as a commendable stride towards sustainability amid global climate concerns.

PM hosts US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate

September 22, 2023 | 15:44

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh hosted US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry, on the occasion of his visit to the US to attend the General Debate of the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Six Mekong countries join hands in settle climate change

September 20, 2023 | 10:20

Six countries along the Mekong River – Cambodia, China, Laos, Myanmar, Vietnam, and Thailand - have committed to working together to tackle climate change issues, according to Surasee Kittimonthon, Secretary-General of Thailand’s Office of the National Water Resources (ONWR).

Vietnam stepping up int'l cooperation in climate change response

September 06, 2023 | 14:41

Vietnam has responsibly and practically joined international climate change treaties as part of the efforts to materialise a resolution adopted by the 11th-tenure Party Central Committee in this regard.

Greener principles will light a path for climate victory

September 04, 2023 | 15:47

We are facing a triple planetary crisis with three interconnected challenges: climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss.

Approximately 6.8 per cent of Vietnam's GDP lost annually to climate change

August 04, 2023 | 09:30

To respond to climate change by 2040, Vietnam will need approximately $400 billion. However, the state budget is only anticipated to provide $130 billion.

Vietnam’s climate change strategy must be sped up

August 02, 2023 | 10:09

The Vietnamese government is urging ministries to expedite the formulation of actions to materialise the national climate change strategy enacted last year, with a highlight on measures to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

G20 environment chiefs ready fresh bid for climate deals

July 28, 2023 | 17:56

G20 environment ministers in India readied a fresh bid on Thursday to strike deals tackling climate change, days after heavy criticism for failing to agree on cutting fossil fuel use.

Conference tackles role of women in economics and finance

July 24, 2023 | 12:02

Within the framework of the official visit to Vietnam of the US Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen, the conference 'Women in Economics and Finance: Economic Outlook and Climate Finance' took place at the Foreign Trade University (FTU) on July 21.

Insurance operations threatened by climate risks

July 18, 2023 | 18:00

The insurance sector can be a game-changer by managing risks from climate change in Asia-Pacific, protecting ecosystems, and supporting the shift towards a sustainable future.