
PROMOTING THE PROTECTION AND RESTORATION OF NATURAL ECOSYSTEMS, ESPECIALLY WILD BIRDS AT THE RED RIVER IN HANOI CITY
On May 10, 2024, at the conference hall of the People’s Committee of Hoan Kiem district held a Launch Ceremony of the Competition on Ideas for Planning a Multi-functional Cultural Park at the alluvial plains and islets of the Red river in Hanoi. The park is within the area of 04 districts: Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, Long Bien, Tay Ho. The competition is implemented by the People’s Committee of Hanoi city and Vietnam Association of Architects.

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At the Launching Ceremony, representatives from Center for Nature Conservation and Development (CCD), ECUE Consulting and Services Co., Ltd., (ECUE) and the “For a Livable Hanoi” Network presented survey results on the natural ecosystems and human society the alluvial plains and islets of the Red River. CCD and partners highlighted the natural value, particularly the importance of these areas as habitats and wintering grounds for wild birds, as well as the opportunities for conservation, sustainable agricultural development, and tourism experience on the alluvial plains and islets. This serves as reliable sources, providing attendees and those interested in the contest with an overview of the current situation, transformation processes, and the impact of urbanization on the ecology and society of the alluvial plains and islets of the Red River. CCD, ECUE, and the “For a Livable Hanoi” Network expect that the survey results will be bases for planning initiatives, ultimately providing more public spaces that harmonize nature and humans for Hanoi city.


Picture 2: Dr. Nguyen Manh Ha – CCD’s Director shares the survey results of natural ecosystems at alluvial plains and islets of the Red river in Hanoi city
Picture 3: Alluvial plains and islets at the Red river, within the areas of Ba Dinh, Hoan Kiem and Long Bien districts
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In the upcoming collaboration, CCD and partners will promote the protection and restoration of original ecosystems at the Red river in Hanoi city. Additionally, the alliance are working on creating conservation spaces in connected with culture and tourism, providing people with opportunities to engage in nature-related activities. This initiative aims to make Hanoi not only one of the most livable cities but also a safe haven for wildlife.
Details of the competition can be found at: cuocthi.tckt.vn/song-hong