New weather data analysis says climate change has led to major increases in summer temperatures.

Scientists believe regional cooperation will help cope with the effects of climate change.

Instead of fighting against saline intrusion and climate change, the Mekong Delta is trying to adapt to new circumstances.

The rapid population increase as well as agricultural development and aquaculture in the last decades have significantly reduced the natural value of Mekong Delta.

The farmers in Binh Thuan Province are facing dropping river water levels and imminent drought.

No single country is adequately protecting children’s health, their environment and their futures, according to a report released recently by a commission convened by the World Health Organization, UNICEF and The Lancet.  

The Amazon boss and world's richest man gives 8% of his fortune to fight the planet's "biggest threat".

The drought in the dry season this year will be quite harsh and water shortage may occur in many places. The central region may face serious water shortage from June.

Vietnam has reaped impressive economic successes in 2019 and is expecting a bumper crop this year.

The Mekong Delta region of Vietnam, an area that helps feed about 200 million people, is predicted to sink underwater by 2100.

Ambassador Dang Dinh Quy, Head of the Vietnamese Permanent Mission to the UN, has called on the world to intensify efforts in the fight against terrorism in West Africa and the Sahel region.

People have been advised to restrict outdoors exercise, close windows and doors, and wear protective masks to protect themselves from PM2.5 fine dust.

Kindergartens and primary schools in Hanoi will be closed if the air quality index (AQI) hits 300 and above, equivalent to hazardous levels, city authorities announced on December 25.

With more populous cities and higher consumption levels, the impact of natural disasters is worsening.

The Vietnamese delegation actively contributed to discussions at the UNHRC session and negotiation sessions on draft resolutions.

Vietnam and the Czech Republic will enhance environmental collaboration under an action plan for cooperation during 2020-2025 signed between the two Ministers of Natural Resources and Environment in Prague on December 13.

Children in Asia-Pacific have suffered a great deal due to air pollution and extreme weather events, experts have said.

While Vietnam is facing many challenges in producing electricity, renewable energy is emerging as the tipping point for advancing development that is inclusive and sustainable in the country. 

As coastal erosion continues to affect thousands of lives in Vietnam's southernmost province, authorities are taking steps to adapt to climate change before the damage reaches irreversible levels.

Politicians and diplomats meet in Spain as scientists and charities say urgent steps are needed.