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The Krong No volcanic cave system, in the Central Highland province of Dak Nong, has been nominated by the Global Geoparks Network for UNESCO recognition as a global geological park.  A Krong No volcanic cave (Photo: chinhphu.vn) The decision will be announced in April, 2020. Dak Nong Geological Park, which houses Krong No caves, stretches over an area of 2,000 square kilometres containing six districts and towns. It has 55 geosites, seven of which are of international significance. The park typifies the geology, geomorphology, culture, and bio-diversity of the region. The Krong No volcanic cave system, which was discovered in 2007, is the highlight of the park. The absolutely untouched complex comprises a dozen caves of different sizes, stretching 25 kilometers from the Buon Choah crater along the Serepok river to Dray Sap waterfall. Japanese and Vietnamese scientists believe Krong No is the most beautiful and longest volcanic cave system in South East Asia. Many … [Read more...] about Krong No volcanic caves seek recognition as global geological park

Hanoi and HCMC both have some serious air quality issues to grapple with. After using a “beehive coal” stove at her food stall in Nghia Do Market in Hanoi for more than ten years, Ms. Hong Hanh recently changed to a mini gas cooker. Though the cost is higher, she is happy to accept it after seeing warnings about air pollution in the media and being persuaded by local authorities about the harm coal stoves cause. The latter was among recent efforts by authorities to fight air pollution in Hanoi and also in Ho Chi Minh City, which both have hazy skies these days.  Multiple causes Hanoi’s particularly poor air quality over the last few weeks was the result of low air circulation in the atmosphere during the transition between summer and fall, which has become more common in recent years, according to the Vietnam Meteorological and Hydrological Administration. Air could not rise by convection, so there were no cloud formations to produce rain and cleanse the … [Read more...] about Something in the air

Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has instructed the Ministry of Finance to look at taxes and fees related to automobile manufacturing and assembly in order to help the sector grow. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNS/VNA) — Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc has instructed the Ministry of Finance (MoF) to look at taxes and fees related to automobile manufacturing and assembly in order to help the sector grow. The PM also asked relevant ministries and departments to create good conditions to help the industry “take advantage of latecomers” by developing the local engineering industry and joining the global value chain. That involved helping enterprises access information, advanced technology and the application of new technologies such as robotics, 3D printing and self automation to improve productivity and competitiveness. The Ministry of Science and Technology has been tasked with stepping up research and development to manufacture … [Read more...] about MoF to give tax incentives to automobile manufacturers, electric car imports