Australian Ambassador for Climate Change visits Vietnam

Minh Nguyen

Apr 16, 2024 / 01:09 PM

Climate change and energy are among the pillars of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Vietnam and Australia.

Australian Ambassador for Climate Change, Kristin Tilley, is on her visit to Vietnam to further cooperation and strengthen bilateral engagement on climate and energy.

Deputy Minister Do Hung Viet (R) and Ambassador Kristin Tilley meet to discuss the CSP plan of action for climate adaptation and resilience. Photos: Embassy of Australia in Hanoi

Ambassador Tilley will visit Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Cantho and meet senior government officials to continue momentum following recent high-level exchanges between Australia and Vietnam, in particular the elevation of the bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, which includes a dedicated climate and energy pillar.

She shared Australia’s approach to climate diplomacy in a policy exchange on climate and energy with the Vietnam-Australia Center at the Ho Chi Minh Political Academy in Hanoi. Ambassador Tilley will also participate in the Australia-Vietnam Green Economy Summit alongside Australian Government Assistant Minister for Climate and Energy, Senator Jenny McAllister.

Ambassador Tilley visits the ACIAR-funded FOCUS project, which helps farmers explore new crop options that can grow on salty land and apply sustainable soil and water management techniques.

Meanwhile, her visit to Cantho highlights Australia’s support for climate adaptation and resilience in the Mekong Delta region firsthand.

“Australia is partnering with Vietnam to support our mutual ambition for energy transition and

decarbonization and to address the key challenge of our generation through ambitious climate action,” Ambassador Tilley said.

“I am proud the Australia-Vietnam Comprehensive Strategic Partnership includes a standalone pillar dedicated to climate and energy cooperation, the first of its kind for Australia. This strong commitment signals to the region, and the world, that Vietnam and Australia not only recognize the impact of the climate crisis but the importance of boldly addressing the challenges and harnessing the opportunities to strengthen economies,” she stressed.

Ambassador Tilley meets with local farmers and officials involved in the Transforming the Rice Value Chain for Climate Resilient and Sustainable project - an Australian Government-funded project delivered by SNV.

Photos: Vietnam U22 earns epic comeback over Thailand to seize SEA Games gold

In front of a roaring crowd in Bangkok, packed with traveling Vietnamese supporters, Vietnam U22 wrote a story of belief, resilience and courage, overturning a two-goal deficit to defeat Thailand U22 and lift the SEA Games men’s football gold medal.

19 Dec, 09:24 AM

Vietnam U22 stage dramatic comeback to defeat Thailand and claim SEA Games gold

Vietnam U22 overturned a two-goal deficit to defeat Thailand U22 3-2 after extra time, confirming their growing dominance in Southeast Asian football.

18 Dec, 11:14 PM

Vietnam, Germany seek more sustainable economic, trade cooperation to boost 50-year ties

Through a seminar in Hanoi, half a century of friendship and cooperation between the two countries has been reviewed, while opening further avenues to promote bilateral ties in the next phase.

18 Dec, 07:12 PM

Independence and integration: Vietnam’s power of balance

Vietnam’s shift from participant to proactive contributor in shaping global norms reflects its rising confidence, deeper engagement in rule-making and commitment to stability and shared development.

18 Dec, 04:15 PM

Sweden nurtures road safety for children in Vietnam

In Vietnam’s traffic context, proper helmet use for children is a critical measure to reduce fatalities and serious injuries, drawing on lessons from Sweden’s comprehensive approach that combines safe infrastructure, strict enforcement and community education.

18 Dec, 08:08 AM

First nonstop air route between Vietnam and Northern Europe launched

The new route marks an important step in the national flag carrier’s European expansion strategy for 2025-2030, meeting increasing demand for travel, trade and family visits between Vietnam and the Nordic region.

18 Dec, 07:56 AM

Cultural contest connects Vietnamese youth in Japan with President Ho Chi Minh

A children’s cultural contest held in Tokyo has helped nurture pride, creativity and a deep connection to President Ho Chi Minh among Vietnamese families living across Japan.

16 Dec, 10:01 PM

Vietnam strengthens role in ASEAN after 30 years of membership

Apart from economics, Vietnam has strengthened ASEAN unity and centrality by contributing across all three pillars, from political-security to economic and socio-cultural cooperation, including maritime security, climate action, digital transformation and people-centered development.

16 Dec, 09:25 PM