The Mekong Delta, known as Vietnam’s agricultural heartland, is bracing for unprecedented saltwater intrusion this dry season. However, this year, the intrusion is expected to exceed normal levels, raising serious concerns for food security, water supply, and livelihoods.
USAID’s Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET)—a critical tool for predicting and mitigating food insecurity—now offline, the implications could be catastrophic.
From Pacific herring to pink shrimp, 180 out of 182 specimens were found to contain microplastics and microfibers. Pink shrimp, notorious for their filter-feeding habits, bore the highest concentrations, while Chinook salmon had the least—but none were entirely free of contamination.
By the end of 2025, daily waste generation could climb to 1,400 tonnes, overwhelming the island’s waste infrastructure.
The plan for mangrove conservation and restoration has three goals: to stop human-driven mangrove loss, double the area of mangroves with effective conservation status, and restore half of recently lost mangroves.
The Vietnamese capital Hanoi topped the list of the world’s most polluted city on Friday, according to daily weather data.
The report, created in collaboration with Boston Consulting Group (BCG), highlights the staggering annual cost of climate-related damages—estimated at $560–610 billion globally.
Rodrigo’s donation will benefit 10 non-profit organizations that champion women’s reproductive rights, prevent gender-based violence, and support girls’ education.
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