Vietnam ready to work with APEC economies to advance sustainable forest management

Thorough preparations will not only ensure the successful organisation of APEC 2027 events but also help showcase Vietnam as a friendly, peaceful and stable destination while promoting the cultural features and tourist attractions of Phu Quoc and An Giang to the international community. Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Thu Hang on June 18 called for a strategic, professional, innovative and inclusive communications campaign for APEC 2027, saying it should tell three interconnected stories – APEC, Vietnam and cooperation – to bring the forum closer to the public and maximise its impact. The Nui Chua – Phuoc Binh National Park Management Board in the south-central province of Khanh Hoa has taken a series of measures to develop the Nui Chua World Biosphere Reserve, while preserving its rich biodiversity, supporting local livelihoods, and promoting tourism potential. Park authorities believe continued cooperation with international cave experts will not only uncover more geological treasures but also enhance the site's appeal as a world-class destination for adventure tourism, scientific research and nature conservation. The People's Committees of Hanoi and 14 other northern localities have been asked to closely monitor weather developments and issue timely warnings so local authorities and residents can take preparedness measures. Following a health assessment, the macaque was found to be in good condition. The forest protection force then completed legal procedures to establish public ownership of the voluntarily surrendered wild animal before arranging its release. A stump-tailed macaque (Macaca arctoides) was handed over to the Centre for Rescue, Conservation, and Development of Creatures under the Management Board of Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park in Quang Tri province on July 21, for rehabilitation and eventual release into the wild. Among them are two species classified under Group IB of Vietnam's protected wildlife list, namely the Bengal slow loris (Nycticebus bengalensis) and the Sunda pangolin (Manis javanica). Both are endangered forest species protected under Vietnamese law and are prohibited from commercial exploitation or use. Vietnam is striving to balance economic growth with environmental protection, deepening cooperation with the international community to achieve its sustainable development goals.