Notification
Vietnam–Australia cooperation to enhance rare mineral management
10:00 18/08/2025
Enhancing international cooperation on Geology and Minerals
The draft Law on Geology and Minerals is expected to be submitted to the National Assembly for approval during the 8th session of the 15th National Assembly, scheduled for late October. Notably, one of the critical elements of the draft law focuses on international integration and cooperation in geology and minerals, underscoring Viet Nam's emphasis on this area in the current phase.
Joining Hands to Preserve Global Geological Heritage in the Fight Against Climate Change
As part of the 8th International Conference of the Asia-Pacific UNESCO Global Geoparks Network (APGN) held in Cao Bằng from September 5 to 17, 2024, a ceremony was held to mark the 20th anniversary of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network (GGN). The conference also re-evaluated geoparks that have already been recognized, while promoting the future activities of these geoparks.
Viet Nam Gains Another UNESCO Global Geopark
On September 8, 2024, within the framework of the 8th International Conference of the UNESCO Global Geoparks Network for the Asia-Pacific Region, the UNESCO Global Geoparks Council met, evaluated, and voted to recognize Lang Son Geopark as a UNESCO Global Geopark.
UNESCO Reaffirms Dak Nong as a Global Geopark
12:13 04/07/2024
Dak Nong Geopark has officially been re-recognized as a UNESCO Global Geopark for the period of 2024-2027.
Over 30 Years to Fully Explore Caves in Phong Nha - Ke Bang
09:28 12/06/2024
According to the British Royal Cave Association, the largest and most persistent organization in the exploration, survey, research, and publication of cave information in Quang Binh, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park has more than 1,000 caves, of which less than half have been explored and mapped.
Gold and Rare Earths Proposed as Strategic Minerals for Viet Nam
03:47 12/06/2024
According to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Viet Nam Department of Geology has proposed a list of strategic and vital minerals for Viet Nam, including rare earths, radioactive minerals, rare metals, and currently scarce metals (gold, tin-tungsten, copper).
Cao Bang Global Geopark Boasts Unique Geological Value
09:27 11/06/2024
The 8th International Conference of the Asia-Pacific Region UNESCO Global Geoparks Network is scheduled to take place in Cao Bang Province from September 7-15, 2024. This internationally scaled conference is organized by the Bao Bang Provincial People's Committee in collaboration with the National Commission for UNESCO in Viet Nam and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, attracting nearly 1,000 domestic and international delegates.
Viet Nam's First Inter-Regional Heritage Site
04:04 14/05/2024
A UNESCO representative recently awarded a certificate recognizing Ha Long Bay (Quang Ninh) and Cat Ba Islands (Hai Phong) as Vietnam's first inter-provincial World Natural Heritage Site at the 2024 Red Poinciana Festival.
Viet Nam - Poland: Promoting cooperation in geological and mineral
10:13 10/04/2024
On April 10, in Hanoi, the Viet Nam Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources and the Polish Institute of Geosciences, Warsaw University, Poland, jointly organized the scientific conference "History and Prospects of Cooperation between Viet Nam and Poland in Earth Science, Natural Resources, Environmental protection, and Heritage conservation".