Sweden backs Vietnam in natural and environmental conservation

      A seminar titled “Access to general management of natural resources and environment – from idea to reality” was held in Hanoi by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment in collaboration with the Swedish Embassy to Vietnam.
The seminar was part of the Vietnam-Sweden cooperation program “Strengthening Environment and Land Administration” (SEMLA) (2004-2009), which lies within the framework of the agreement between the 2 governments of Vietnam and Sweden, according to Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Tran The Ngoc.
At the seminar, delegates were expected to discuss issues on land, environment, chemical safety, perfecting mechanisms, building capacity, improving public awareness of environmental protection and assessments on strategic environment.
The 2-day seminar was one of a series of activities to observe the 40th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam-Sweden diplomatic relations.