Prioritizing Capacity-Building Training for Conservation Personnel

Nature conservation and biodiversity protection have become key priorities in the sustainable development strategies of many countries around the world. As ecosystems face increasing pressures from climate change, habitat degradation, overexploitation of natural resources, and illegal wildlife trade, the role of conservation personnel is becoming increasingly vital. In this context, prioritizing training programs to strengthen [...] [...]

Celebrating the International Day for Biological Diversity 2025

Every year, the International Day for Biological Diversity is observed to raise public awareness about the importance of nature and to encourage concrete actions to protect ecosystems around the world. In 2025, the event continues to be widely celebrated by many countries through a variety of activities aimed at spreading the message of conserving nature [...] [...]

Strengthening Communication Initiatives for Wildlife Protection

Amid the alarming global decline in biodiversity, wildlife protection has become one of the top priorities for many countries and international organizations. In Viet Nam, which is recognized as one of the world’s most biodiverse countries, numerous wildlife species are facing the risk of extinction due to habitat loss, illegal hunting, and wildlife trafficking. In [...] [...]

Developing and Improving Biodiversity Databases

In the context of rapidly declining global biodiversity due to climate change, overexploitation of natural resources, and habitat degradation, the development and improvement of biodiversity databases have become an urgent priority for many countries. Biodiversity databases serve not only as a critical foundation for scientific research but also play an essential role in environmental management, [...] [...]

Community Participation in Nature and Biodiversity Conservation

In the context of the rapid global decline in biodiversity caused by climate change, environmental degradation, and the overexploitation of natural resources, nature conservation can no longer be considered the sole responsibility of government agencies or international organizations. Experience from many countries shows that the active participation of local communities—those living near forests, coastal areas, [...] [...]

Application of Drones in Forest Biodiversity Monitoring

In the context of increasing pressures on forest resources from climate change, resource exploitation, and expanding socio-economic development activities, forest biodiversity monitoring has become increasingly important. Traditional survey methods such as field investigations, camera trapping, and manual monitoring remain fundamental tools in ecological research. However, these approaches are often time-consuming, labor-intensive, and limited in terms [...] [...]

Digitizing National Biodiversity Data

In the context of climate change, environmental degradation, and the rapid decline of species worldwide, building and effectively managing biodiversity data systems has become an urgent priority for many countries. In Viet Nam, the digitization of national biodiversity data not only enhances the efficiency of natural resource management but also opens new opportunities for scientific [...] [...]

Camera Trap Systems in Biodiversity Research

In recent years, technological advancements have provided increasingly effective tools to support scientific research and nature conservation. Among these innovations, camera trap systems have emerged as an important method for monitoring, recording, and assessing wildlife in their natural habitats. With their ability to operate continuously, minimize disturbance to wildlife, and provide direct visual data, camera [...] [...]

Establishing the North Hai Van Landscape Protection Area: A New Driving Force for Hue’s Green Growth Strategy

On October 10, 2025, the People’s Committee of Hue City issued Decision No. 3212/QD-UBND establishing the North Hai Van Landscape Protection Area. This is an important step in nature conservation and promoting sustainable development in the southern part of the city, located in Chan May – Lang Co commune. The North Hai Van Landscape Protection [...] [...]

Maintaining its status as a Biosphere Reserve, Cat Ba affirms its global value

The Cat Ba Archipelago (Hai Phong) has been re-inscribed by UNESCO on the list of World Biosphere Reserves after its 10-year periodic assessment (2014-2024). This decision was announced at the 37th session of the International Coordinating Council of the Man and Biosphere Programme (MAB ICC) on September 27th, marking a new affirmation of long-term efforts [...] [...]