Vietnam, France advance cooperation on marine economy, sustainable environment
(VOVWORLD) - Vietnam is committed to being a responsible partner in global environmental issues, wishing to work with France toward a green, sustainable future that balances economic growth and environmental protection, said Acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang.
 Acting Minister of Agriculture and Environment Tran Duc Thang paid an official visit and worked with French Minister of Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forestry, Marine and Fisheries Agnès Pannier Runacher. (Photo: Ngoc Tu/mae.gov.vn) |
At a meeting in Paris on Tuesday with French Minister for Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, Forestry, Marine and Fisheries Agnès Pannier-Runacher, Thang stressed Vietnam’s strengthened legal framework and enforcement efforts in combating illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing, noting a sharp drop in violations. Still, small-scale fisheries need time and French support in technology and expertise to fully transition toward sustainable practices.
Minister Runacher highlighted France’s desire to deepen cooperation through initiatives such as the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), investing in renewable energy, emissions reduction, and economic growth. She confirmed France’s advocacy within the EU to help Vietnam lift its IUU “yellow card” and announced plans for a pilot project using satellite technology to manage and safeguard Vietnam’s marine resources.