"Vietnam Revamps Flood Response Amidst Climate-Driven Storm Devastation"

Vietnam is overhauling its flood response strategies in Hanoi and beyond as climate change intensifies extreme weather patterns, leading to devastating floods and infrastructure challenges.

• Following severe storms and flooding, Vietnam has committed over $6 billion to develop early-warning systems and flood resilience strategies through 2030.
• State media reports indicate that the national master plan includes creating sponge cities that can naturally absorb and manage water, aiming to mitigate future flood risks.
• The city of Vinh is among the areas targeted for significant infrastructure improvements to handle the increased threat from typhoons and rising river levels driven by climate change.