Safeguarding heritage against natural disasters
05/08/2026 08:25
Climate change and increasingly extreme weather events are posing significant challenges to monument preservation. Hue Today Weekend interviewed Mr. Le Cong Son, Deputy Director of the Hue Monuments Conservation Center, regarding proactive solutions to mitigate risks to Hue’s heritage.
‘Green Tourism’: Trading costs for a competitive edge
29/07/2026 07:22
Green transition requires businesses to accept higher upfront costs and change the way they operate. This has led many to ask: “What do we gain in return?” In reality, however, those initial investments can translate into stronger competitive advantages, greater brand value, and access to higher-quality customer segments.
Hue and Shizuoka Strengthen Cooperation on Climate Change and Carbon Reduction
04/06/2026 15:10
On the afternoon of June 3, Vice Chairman of Hue City People’s Committee Ha Van Tuan had a courtesy meeting with Mr. Hiroshi OMURA, Director of Shizuoka City Environment Bureau, and a delegation from Shizuoka City (Japan), during their visit and working trip in Hue.
Launching the project on water governance and climate change adaptation
27/05/2026 15:37
On May 26, the Center for Social Research and Development (CSRD), in collaboration with Oxfam in Vietnam, organized the project launching workshop “Inclusive and Climate-Resilient Water Governance and Livelihoods in Vietnam” (IP3 Project).
“Community joins hands in natural disaster prevention and control”
20/05/2026 16:41
On the afternoon of May 19th, the Sub-Department of Irrigation and Climate Change, the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Hue City, organized a seminar themed “Community Joins Hands in Natural Disaster Prevention and Control”.
Strengthening climate change resilience and adaptation capacity of urban areas in Central Vietnam
16/05/2026 11:29
On May 15, the Sub-department of Irrigation and Climate Change under the Department of Agriculture and Environment, in coordination with the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) in Vietnam, launched the project “Strengthening climate change resilience and adaptation capacity of urban areas in Central Vietnam”. The project is funded by the CRS (the USA).
Training on Basic First Aid, Rescue, and Emergency Response Skills for Disaster Prevention and Control
13/05/2026 10:03
Over the course of 2 days, from May 12 to 13, the Sub-Department of Irrigation and Climate Change, in coordination with the City Red Cross Society, organized a training course on first aid, rescue, and emergency response skills for disaster prevention and control task forces in 2026.
Exciting Changes Unveiled for Hue Race Stages
31/03/2026 12:23
On the morning of March 30, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture and Sports Bui Thanh Dung said that several adjustments will be introduced to the race stages in Hue as part of this year’s Ho Chi Minh City Television National Cycling Cup. The changes are expected to bring fresh and exciting experiences for both riders and fans.
Enhancing adaptation and resilience to climate change
25/03/2026 15:02
On March 23, the City People's Committee held a working session with the Luxembourg Development Cooperation Agency (LuxDev) to discuss technical infrastructure projects, funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and the Government of Luxembourg.
Waiting for daffodils to bloom precisely at the turn of the Lunar New Year
14/02/2026 13:27
Not as common as apricot blossoms or chrysanthemums, daffodils can still be found in a few homes in Hue whenever spring returns. Enthusiasts carefully trim the bulbs, change the water, and watch the buds day by day, hoping the flowers will bloom exactly at the turn of the Lunar New Year – an elaborate pastime to welcome the new year.
Safeguarding heritage against natural disasters
Climate change and increasingly extreme weather events are posing significant challenges to monument preservation. Hue Today Weekend interviewed Mr. Le Cong Son, Deputy Director of the Hue Monuments Conservation Center, regarding proactive solutions to mitigate risks to Hue’s heritage.