Four main issues

Biodiversity decline and illegal wildlife trade in Vietnam

The Laws on protection and roles of State agencies

Punishments for violations Measures to prevent and protect

Status of biodiversity decline

VIETNAM FACTS: mangrove forests decreased 80% in 50 years, 400 species in Red Book, 7/100 list of top endangered animals in the world, top 15 world animals decline.

REASONS: illegal wildlife trade, pollution, over-exploit of natural resources, etc.

EFFORTS: Laws, people education, contracting to protect, institute to research, etc.

Roles of state agencies

Responsible: Ministries, Agencies and Committees; also the Provisions of Laws on Biodiversity.

International Co-operation: international aggreements, expand the cooperation, international programmes and cooperation projects.

Solutions

Develop communications and knowledge of citizens.

Close coopration between state agencies

Environment Court for Vietnam Equipments for specialised forces