Story | 08 Nov, 2016
Video: Gender inclusion in water governance
Gender integration in water governance policies received a boost in the Lower Mekong Region through a recent workshop co-organised by Oxfam and IUCN.
Grey literature | 2015
Situation analysis of the water quality of Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
This report presents the findings of a situation analysis on the water quality of Ha Long Bay (HLB) from the perspective of tourism businesses working in the area.
Story | 14 Oct, 2016
Condolence message from IUCN on the Passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej
IUCN would like to express its profound sorrow and the deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family and the Government and people of the Kingdom of Thailand on the passing of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Story | 13 Oct, 2016
Video: Key stakeholders’ perspectives on International Water Law in the Mekong
International rivers, such as the Mekong, are crucial arteries carrying the lifeblood of freshwater that sustains human existence and ecosystems around the world. It is estimated that there are 276 transboundary river basins (TRB) and 200 transboundary aquifers around the world but 60…
Story | 12 Oct, 2016
Intensive rice production is the predominant cause for the loss of biodiversity and resilience to climate change in the Vietnamese Mekong Delta. Today, less than 5% of the natural wetlands of the Delta remain. In order to intensively grow rice in the upper-delta deep flood zone, traditional low…
Grey literature | 2016
Reduced to skin and bones re-examined
Illegal trade and the trafficking of Tiger Panthera tigris, as well as their parts, products and derivatives, and the poaching which supplies it, is the most immediate threat to the survival of wild tigers. This briefing document highlights top-line findings from the detailed analysis over the…
Grey literature | 2016
In transition : Bangkok's ivory market
This report provides a summary overview of Bangkok’s ivory marketplace, and provides comparisons with TRAFFIC’s previous market surveys in 2013 and early 2014.
Story | 07 Oct, 2016
Postponement of the 2nd “Action for a Green Ha Long”.
IUCN would like to announce that the 2nd “Action for a Green Ha Long” cleanup day has been postponed due to some scheduling challenges with our partners.
Story | 29 Sep, 2016
Restoring mangroves to boost coastal resilience
Over the past three years, IUCN has been working with Marriott Hotels & Resorts in Thailand to restore around nine hectares of mangroves. More than 50,000 mangrove trees have been planted in Thailand as a result of the project, which also works with local communities to take care of the…