Post-storm floods devastate crops, homes across northern Vietnam

Post-storm floods devastate crops, homes across northern Vietnam

As of 5pm on October 8, heavy rains triggered by the aftermath of Typhoon Matmo had inundated and damaged nearly 22,600 ha of rice and crops, killed or swept away hundreds of thousands of livestock and poultry, and flooded close to 17,000 houses.

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Aid extended to storm-hit communities

The Central Relief Committee of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) Central Committee received nearly 799 billion VND (30.31 million USD) in donations from individuals, organizations and enterprises to support residents in areas affected by Typhoon Matmo as of 5pm on October 8.

Workshop seeks to promote accessible formats for people with print disabilities


A workshop on improving access to accessible format copies of published works for people with print disabilities was held in Hanoi on October 8.

PM directs flood relief efforts in Thai Nguyen province, visits affected residents


Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on October 8 visited the northern province of Thai Nguyen to inspect flood-hit areas, encourage local residents, and direct efforts to overcome the consequences of severe flooding triggered by typhoon Matmo.

Government allocates 140 billion VND to support flood-hit provinces


Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has decided to allocate 140 billion VND (around 5.6 million USD) from the 2025 central budget contingency fund to help four northern provinces recover from recent floods.
Care for the elderly in Vietnam needs early and sustainable strategy

Vietnam is entering an ageing population stage. By 2036, people aged 60 and above are expected to account for 20% of the nation's population. The country needs to develop an early, sustainable strategy on caring for the elderly that engages families, communities, and the state and private sectors. Among the options, the semi-boarding nursing model could become a long-term social safety net.

Journey of empowering ethnic youth in Lai Chau province


PANO - From October 2024 to September 2025, the project “Enhancing Economic Empowerment for Youth in Lai Chau,” implemented by Plan International Vietnam, has been creating opportunities for youths of ethnic minority groups in Dao San commune, Lai Chau province to take charge of their livelihoods.

80 years of care: Vietnam’s health sector from battlefield to universal coverage


The August Revolution of 1945 not only gave birth to a new nation but also marked the beginning of Vietnam’s health sector.

Sustainable livelihood support helps AO/dioxin victims integrate into community


PANO - Under the theme “Livelihoods and Integration,” the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin (VAVA) is focusing on sustainable livelihood programs in 2025 and beyond. These initiatives are designed to help victims and their families overcome hardship and fully integrate into society.
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