Vietnam Urges Global Aid as Historic Floodwaters Devastate Regions

Vietnam is seeking international support as historic floodwaters devastate numerous provinces, threatening agriculture and increasing risks of natural disasters like landslides after recent typhoons.

• On October 9, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Nguyen Hoang Hiep reported in Hanoi that floodwaters have reached unprecedented levels, raising concerns for prolonged inundation.
• Vietnam is urging for continued global aid to mitigate the impacts of the floods, which have severely affected agricultural production and local communities in multiple provinces.
• The meeting focused on disaster risk reduction strategies to address the aftermath of recent typhoons, with officials emphasizing the need for financial assistance in United States dollar to support recovery efforts.