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Bắc Bộ còn nhiều ngày mưa lớn, khả năng xuất hiện El Nino thấp

Bao Dien Tu | Local Language | News | July 18, 2025 | Extreme Weather Events

The Northern region of Vietnam is expected to experience many days of heavy rain until September 2025, with precipitation gradually shifting towards the Central region. Rainfall in some areas is forecasted to be 10-30% higher than the multi-year average (MYA). The ENSO phenomenon remains in a neutral state with a very low probability of El Nino or La Nina occurring through early 2026. Heatwaves are predicted to persist until the end of August in the Northern and Central regions before gradually decreasing.

From January to mid-2025, Vietnam's weather has been characterized by fewer intense heatwaves, shorter durations, and increased rainfall due to ENSO neutrality. The Northern region saw six heatwave episodes with temperatures mostly between 35-38°C, with brief spikes up to 40°C. The Central region also recorded six heatwaves, some exceeding 40°C, while the Central Highlands and Southern regions experienced widespread heat early in the year. Rainfall from May onward was significantly above average in many areas, with May rainfall 20-80% above MYA nationwide and localized areas exceeding 200%. In June, heavy rains were driven by Tropical Storm No. 1, especially impacting provinces from Ha Tinh to Quang Ngai with rainfall 300-600% higher than MYA.

Forecasts indicate the East Sea will see approximately 811 storms in the coming months, with around 45 potentially affecting mainland Vietnam, particularly during the latter half of the rainy and stormy season. Moderate to heavy rain episodes are expected nationwide, with concentrated heavy rains in the Northern region in August-September and the Central region in September-October. Rainfall in these periods may be 10-30% above MYA. From November to January 2026, heavy rains will focus more on Ha Tinh to Quang Ngai and the eastern Central Highlands, while the Northern region will experience declines in rainfall by 5-15%. Cold air masses are predicted to become active from October, with severe cold spells possible in the Northern region from mid-December, including risks of frost and ice in high mountainous areas.

Despite the forecasts for varying rainfall, the ENSO cycle remains neutral, indicating no significant El Nino or La Nina event for the foreseeable future. Rainfall from August to October 2025 is generally close to MYA, with localized increases in certain coastal and central provinces. From November 2025 to January 2026, rainfall will decrease in some regions but increase by 5-15% in areas such as Hue to Quang Ngai and parts of the South Central Coast. It is necessary to prepare for risks of floods and landslides due to heavy rain, particularly from November to December in central provinces including Ha Tinh to Quang Ngai and the eastern parts of Gia Lai to Lam Dong.

Vietnam Net - E | English | News | July 18, 2025 | Supply Chain Issues

Fruit and vegetable exports saw a 50% increase in June 2025, reaching 750 million USD, contributing to a total of 3.05 billion USD in the first half of the year. Despite this rebound, challenges such as seasonal supply gluts, limited processing infrastructure, and inconsistent compliance with international quality standards continue to constrain growth. Supply chain bottlenecks during peak harvests lead to price pressures and post-harvest losses, while dependency on key markets like China and the US exposes the sector to trade risks.

Vietnamese lychee exports rose by 60% year-on-year, with China approving additional planting areas and packing facilities for durian and planning inspections for pomelo orchards to formalize export protocols. Exporters are encouraged to adopt clean production, improve residue testing, and enhance traceability to access high-end markets. However, post-harvest processing remains a bottleneck, exemplified by the lack of irradiation facilities in northern Vietnam, which increases costs for exports to the US.

Vietnamese fruit faces competition from well-branded international counterparts and lacks strong global recognition, despite securing advance orders for the US market. Japan is an emerging market, with growing demand for Vietnamese lychee, mango, dragon fruit, and longan. Value-added strategies such as dried fruit production, eco-friendly packaging, and transparent traceability are suggested to increase competitiveness and consumer appeal in Japan.

Efforts to improve export logistics to China include shifting transport modes to sea and rail and prioritizing perishable goods at customs. Long-term sector resilience depends on investing in high-quality cultivation zones, adopting certified production standards like VietGAP and GlobalGAP, enhancing pesticide and residue control, and scaling up deep-processing technologies. These measures aim to diversify exports, add value, prolong freshness, and reduce reliance on fresh fruit sales to strengthen Vietnam’s position in global markets.

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Bao Dien Tu | Local Language | News | July 18, 2025 | Critical Infrastructure Failure

The National Power Transmission Corporation (EVNNPT), along with the Southern Power Project Management Board (SPMB) and the Power Transmission Project Management Board (NPTPMB), is advancing several key transmission projects in Dong Nai province to support the power output of Nhon Trach 3 and Nhon Trach 4 Power Plants. These projects are crucial for transmitting power, improving grid connections, and supporting socio-economic development in southern Vietnam. Despite substantial local authority support and some land clearance progress, certain households continue to obstruct construction, particularly at position number 2, a critical site shared by multiple transmission circuits.

The 220kV transmission line from Nhon Trach 3 Power Plant to Long Thanh 500kV Substation aims to be energized in the third quarter of 2025, with partial foundation and tower construction completed. However, obstructions at position number 2 have delayed progress. The 220kV Nhon Trach 3 – My Xuan – Cat Lai branch has completed most groundwork but awaits clearance at the same critical site for completion. Additionally, the 220kV Long Thanh – High-tech transmission line is scheduled for energization in December 2025, but compensation plans remain unresolved. The 220kV substation at Nhon Trach Industrial Park is also delayed due to incomplete land handover and outstanding compensation approvals.

Mr. Hong Trng Hiu, Deputy Chief of the Office of the State Steering Committee for important national programs, stressed the national significance of these projects, as they will increase total source capacity by over 1,600MW. He highlighted that the incomplete projects may cause wasted capacity as Nhon Trach 3 Power Plant is set for commercial operation in August 2025. Mr. Hong urged EVNNPT and local authorities to intensify efforts to resolve land clearance obstacles, especially at position number 2, and recommended decisive intervention by Dong Nai province to ensure project timelines.

EVNNPT’s General Director Phm L Ph instructed project boards and contractors to focus resources on accelerating construction, coordinate closely with local authorities, and promptly report any unresolved issues for higher-level resolution. The goal is to complete land clearance and construction activities by July 2025 to meet energization schedules and ensure the projects contribute effectively to national energy security and local economic benefits.