Quang Tri Province Pilots Drone Use for Forest Protection
Quang Tri Province in central Vietnam has launched a pilot program utilizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) for forest protection at Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. This initiative aims to expand technological applications in natural resource management and preserve the values of the World Natural Heritage site.
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