Experts in marine studies and representatives from central and local authorities concerned with the marine environment gathered at a workshop in Hanoi on July 19 to discuss ways to boost the sustainable development of Vietnam’s aquatic resources.

Deputy PM Trinh
Dinh Dung speaks at the conference. (Photo: VGP)
Deputy Prime Minister Trinh Dinh Dung hosted the event,
according to the governmental portal.
At the workshop, delegates affirmed the
outstanding results in marine economic development in the recent years,
especially in tourism, fishing and seafood processing, infrastructure
development for coastal economic zones, and environmental protection, as well
as the response to climate change and rising sea levels.
They also pointed out the remaining
issues and limitations in the development of the marine economy, while
proposing solutions to enhance the sustainable development of the marine
economy, coupled with ensuring national defence and security, environmental protection,
and an effective response to climate change and rising sea levels.
Participants also exchanged experiences on
sustainable marine development in localities so that any successes can be
replicated on a nationwide scale in the coming time.
Source: NDO
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