Quang Tri works hard to alleviate plight caused by UXOs
Over 83 percent of central Quang Tri province’s area were contaminated with bombs, mines and explosives left from wars, according to statistics collected from a recent survey.
Quang Tri (VNA)꧒ – Over 83 percent of central Quang Tri province’s area were contaminated with bombs, mines and explosives left from wars, according to statistics collected from a recent survey.
Since 1975, the locality has recorded 8,459 accidents caused by unexploded ordnances (UXO), with over 3,400 deaths and more than 5,000 others injured. Among the victims, women and children account for 31 percent.
In 1996, Quang Tri was the first locality in the country to coordinate with international organisations in an attempt to alleviate the UXO plight.
Its partners included the UK’s Mines Advisory Group, Norway’s Restoring the Environment and Neutralising the Effects of the War and the Norwegian People’s Aid, the US-based Clear Path International, and Germany’s Solidarity Service International.
In addition, the provincial Legacy of War Coordination Centre (LWCC) was established in 2013, helping accelerate the implementation of bomb and mine clearance projects.
These organisations have provided the locality with financial assistance and equipment together with education on the danger of UXOs. They have also helped victims be independent economically.
The number of UXO-related accidents in Quang Tri dropped remarkably from 456 during 2001-2007 to 127 for 2008-2014, and many areas of UXO-tainted land decontaminated. Besides, more than 270,000 local children have been educated about how to deal with bombs and mines.
LWCC Director Hoang Dang Mai said between 1996 and now, the centre has combed over 10 million sq.m of land and found 10,000 UXOs of different kinds, providing clean land to locals to cultivate.
However, the areas of contaminated land have outweighed their efforts amidst the shortage of equipment and technologies.
Mai, therefore, emphasised the need for more effective coordination between local authorities, people and international organisations in order to reap best results in the work.-VNA
The Korea International Cooperation Agency’s assistance to clear landmines and UXOs has cemented agreements between the two countries, KOICA Vietnam Country Director Chang Jae-yun said.
The Vietnam Bombs and Mines Action Support Association (VBMASA) presented 60 cows to victims of unexploded ordnances (UXOs) in the central province of Quang Nam to assist them with livelihood.
A delegation from the US’s Salisbury University learned about wartime unexploded ordnance (UXO) and landmine-related issues in Vietnam in Hanoi on January 7.
Promoting assistance for victims of unexploded ordnances (UXOs) was the focus of discussions at a conference held by the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) on Jan 13 in Hanoi.
The People’s Committee of the central province of Quang Binh has received an aid package from the US Golden West Humanitarian Foundation to conduct a project to clear unexploded ordnances (UXO).
Vietnam has over 4.8 million people exposed to AO/dioxin, including hundreds of thousands in the second, third, and even fourth generations. Many live with severe disabilities, facing high medical costs and loss of earning capacity.
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang reaffirmed that amnesty is a humanitarian policy of the Party and State, reflecting the Vietnamese tradition of compassion and winning attention and high praise both domestically and internationally.
Vietnam officially grants limited-term visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development.
With support from the Vietnamese Association in Ufa, Vietnamese language classes for children have been offered for many years. Currently, 60 children of various ages are attending two classes taught by Duc Anh, free of charge.
Vietnam ranked among the top four countries and territories at the 2025 International Olympiad on Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), reaffirming its strong position in international academic competitions.
All 20 crew members aboard the Vietnamese oil tanker GT Unity were successfully rescued from a fire in the vessel’s engine room, thanks to the swift response of the Liberian-flagged ship Androusa and Vietnamese maritime rescue teams.
Describing Agent Orange as one of the most severe and enduring legacies of the war in Vietnam, Vietnam's former Honorary Consul to Belgium Joseph-Michel de Grand Ry warned that its impact – still affecting generations more than five decades later – could last another two to three decades.
Running from August 4 to September 2, under the hashtag #TuHaoVietNam, the campaign invites participants in two categories: “I Love My Country” video clips and “I Love My Country” check-in photos.
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP, which took effect on the issuance date, introduces amendments that integrate the procedure for reporting and explaining the demand for foreign workers into the process of submitting applications for work permits.
With a tight 13-month deadline, the move is under a strategic and urgent policy to bridge educational gaps, train the local workforce, and shore up territorial sovereignty in some of the country’s most remote areas.
The parade and personnel send-off ceremony will officially take place on August 10 at the area surrounding the Statue of King Ly Thai To and Dinh Tien Hoang street of Hoan Kiem ward, with the participation of nearly 3,000 officers, soldiers, and local residents.
According to national technical regulations, AIS installation is mandatory for boats carrying more than 50 passengers. However, operators of smaller vessels (under 50 seats) in Ha Long Bay have voluntarily committed to completing installation by the deadline to enhance operational safety.
The activities include a Vietnamese language teaching training course for overseas Vietnamese teachers from August 13 to 28 in Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Thai Nguyen.
Specifically, the ships will carry out patrols from 7am to 6pm daily along the main tourist routes in Ha Long Bay, with one ship permanently stationed at Ti Top island. From 6pm to 7am the following day, the mobile vessels return to Tuan Chau island to maintain a 24/7 on-call duty shift, ensuring constant readiness.
The Ministry of Construction (MoC) plans to open to traffic 208km of expressways of six key projects by August 19, bringing the country’s total expressway network to 2,476km.
As of July 1, a two-tier local government model started in 34 provinces and cities, streamlining administration but creating a surplus of public properties. If not promptly addressed, these assets could become a financial burden.
Whether they grow up to become journalists, diplomats, or professionals in other fields, these children can one day become bridges of friendship and cooperation, telling new and inspiring stories of Vietnam – China relations, said Ambassador Pham Thanh Binh.
A 21-year-old Indian tourist was successfully resuscitated and treated by doctors at Hoan My Da Nang Hospital after a near-drowning incident left him in critical condition. After three days of intensive care, the man was discharged from the hospital and has since returned to India.
In an document issued on August 5, the PM emphasised the need to stablise living conditions for people hit by floods, landslides, and flash floods in late July and early August in northern and north-central provinces, especially Dien Bien, Son La, and Nghe An which suffered some of the worst damage.
Although millions of Vietnamese were affected by AO, only over 626,000 individuals, including war veterans and their children suffering from dioxin-related conditions, are currently receiving state benefits.
Illustrative photo (Source: VNA)
