Hue begins implementing a climate adaptation project funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Government of Luxembourg.
On March 23, the Hue People’s Committee held a working session with the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency (LuxDev) to launch Project VIE/301 on climate change adaptation and resilience building. The project has a total budget of US$10 million and will be implemented from 2025 to 2029.
The initiative aims to protect ecosystems and improve livelihoods as central Viet Nam faces increasingly complex weather patterns. Assessments show that ecosystems and livelihoods in Hue are increasingly affected by climate risks such as floods, storms, droughts, saltwater intrusion and forest fires, from mountainous areas and lowlands to coastal zones.
Representatives of participating organisations and leaders of Hue city attend the project launch meeting. Photo: LuxDev.In response, stakeholders agreed that solutions must be systemic and long-term. The new approach will be science-based, combining ecosystem restoration with structured risk management to ensure lasting results.
Under this framework, the CARe Hue project will establish a modern early warning system for both authorities and local communities. The project will prioritise restoring coastal forests, integrating adaptation measures into socio-economic development plans, and helping residents access sustainable value chains and inclusive financing.
From an environmental perspective, the project will move beyond simple tree-planting efforts to adopt more flexible and sustainable approaches such as assisted natural regeneration, forest enrichment and the restoration of degraded forests. Priority will also be given to guiding local communities to plant native species well adapted to coastal sandy soils and changing climate conditions.
Stakeholders also agreed on promoting market development based on value chains, highlighting the leading role of enterprises and cooperatives in connecting markets and supporting local economic development.
Mr Frederic Wiltmann, Regional Director for Southeast Asia at the Green Climate Fund, said the project would turn its goals on paper into tangible benefits for communities and the environment in Hue.
Local forces participate in the “Tree-Planting Festival” in spring 2026. Photo: Van Dinh.According to Mr Hoang Hai Minh, Vice Chairman of the Hue People’s Committee, the project’s initial assessment has helped update the institutional context, clarify climate risks and propose adjustments better suited to local conditions. He urged relevant agencies to comply with environmental and social standards, integrate gender considerations, and finalise documents for submission to the GCF so that priority activities can begin soon.
Echoing this commitment, Hue authorities have pledged to work closely with partners to ensure the project is implemented effectively and on schedule.
Meanwhile, Mr Robert De Waha, LuxDev’s regional representative for Asia, emphasised that close cooperation between international partners and Viet Nam would help ensure the project aligns with local priorities. With such collaboration, the CARe Hue project is expected to become a model for climate change adaptation in Viet Nam in the near future.