Businesses Partnering in Biodiversity Conservation

As the world faces an increasingly severe biodiversity crisis, mobilizing the participation of all sectors of society has become essential to safeguarding nature. In addition to the crucial roles of governments, scientific institutions, and local communities, the private sector is now widely recognized as an important partner in biodiversity conservation efforts. Through the adoption of [...] [...]

Applying Big Data in Nature and Biodiversity Conservation

As the world faces a rapid decline in biodiversity, the application of modern digital technologies is becoming an increasingly essential approach in nature conservation. Among these technologies, Big Data has emerged as a powerful tool that enables scientists and environmental managers to better understand changes within ecosystems and make more informed conservation decisions. The ability [...] [...]

Wildlife Trafficking Crimes Linked to Money Laundering and Corruption Networks

Illegal wildlife trafficking has long been recognized as one of the most serious environmental crimes in the world. Beyond causing significant damage to biodiversity and ecosystems, this illicit activity is closely associated with organized criminal networks, money laundering, and corruption. With enormous profits generated from trading rare wildlife species and their derivatives, criminal groups have [...] [...]

Developing a Biodiversity Monitoring Network in Viet Nam

In the context of the rapid global decline in biodiversity due to climate change, environmental degradation, and the overexploitation of natural resources, the regular monitoring and assessment of ecosystems and species have become essential for effective nature conservation. In Viet Nam—recognized as one of the countries with high biodiversity in the world—the development and effective [...] [...]

Developing a Multidimensional Biodiversity Index in Viet Nam

As global biodiversity continues to decline at an alarming rate, the development of effective measurement tools to comprehensively assess the status and trends of nature has become increasingly urgent. In Viet Nam—recognized as one of the world’s biodiversity-rich countries—the need to establish scientific indicators for monitoring and managing biological resources is gaining greater attention. Among [...] [...]

Strengthening Capacity for the Management of Access to Genetic Resources and the Fair and Equitable Sharing of Benefits

In the context of increasing global pressures on biodiversity caused by overexploitation of natural resources, climate change, and ecosystem degradation, the effective management of genetic resources and the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from their utilization have become critical components of nature conservation efforts. Beyond protecting valuable biological resources, mechanisms for access to [...] [...]

Early Warning Systems for Biodiversity Decline

In the context of unprecedented global biodiversity loss, the development of tools capable of monitoring ecosystems and detecting early signs of ecological degradation has become increasingly urgent. Scientific research has shown that when early warning signs of environmental decline are detected and addressed promptly, ecosystems have a significantly higher chance of recovery. For this reason, [...] [...]

Applying Biotechnology in Conservation and Sustainable Development

As global biodiversity continues to decline at an alarming rate, driven by climate change, habitat loss, overexploitation of natural resources, and environmental pollution, the search for scientific and technological solutions to conserve and sustainably utilize biological resources has become increasingly urgent. Alongside traditional conservation approaches, biotechnology has emerged as a powerful tool that offers new [...] [...]

Publication of the Biodiversity Status Report

In the context of growing global pressures on nature caused by climate change, environmental degradation, and socio-economic development activities, assessing and publishing biodiversity status reports has become increasingly important. Such reports not only serve as scientific tools that provide a comprehensive overview of ecosystems and species conditions, but also act as an essential foundation for [...] [...]

Rare Anoectochilus roxburghii Orchid Discovered in Pu Luong

The Pu Luong Nature Reserve in Thanh Hoa province is asserting its position as one of the most important biodiversity centers in Vietnam. Recent scientific studies have yielded new discoveries, highlighting the conservation value of this reserve. The rare “Pink Veined Anoectochilus” orchid was discovered in the Pu Luong Nature Reserve (Thanh Hoa). Photo: Thanh [...] [...]