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Better Protection Needed For Tiger Geckos In Vietnam

International trade in tiger geckos is decimating the population of the 19 species of lizard native to China, Vietnam and Japan.

Scientists Decode The Asian Catfish Genome

Researchers in Japan and Vietnam have sequenced the genome of the Asian catfish, which could help fisheries identify important genes for rapid growth and disease resistance.

Traditional Medicine Yields Anti-HIV Compound More Powerful Than AZT

A type of willow-leafed plant common in Southeast Asia has been found to contain a potent compound that could help treat HIV.

Vietnam’s First Optical Satellite Reports Success

One year after its launch, the data from Vietnam’s VNREDSat-1 has contributed to the country’s safety and economy.

Mekong River Jeopardized By Xayaburi Dam Construction, WWF Says

The Mekong River’s future hangs in the balance as its four surrounding countries decide whether to construct a dam on it.

Vietnam To Build US$600m National Space Center By 2018

Vietnam will build a space center by 2018 with design and construction support from Japanese engineers and technicians.