On the afternoon of November 6, 2025, within the framework of the Conference on Coordination of Management, Protection and Fire Prevention and Control of Forests in Border Areas in 2025; and directions for 2026.
Mr. Tran Dung Tien – Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Son La province, Mr. Nguyen Huy Tuan – Head of the Provincial Forest Protection Department, representatives of specialized departments and Forest Protection Units in the border area with Laos, solemnly welcomed the delegation from the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Hua Phan province (Lao People's Democratic Republic) led by Mr. Chay Phet Huong Tha Von – Director of the Department.

Photo: Leaders of the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Son La province present flowers to welcome the delegation from the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Hua Phan province (Lao People's Democratic Republic).

Representatives from Son La and Hua Phan provinces took a commemorative photo at the reception, demonstrating the spirit of friendship, solidarity, and close cooperation.
This activity is an important first step ahead of the bilateral cooperation conference between Son La and Hua Phan provinces, aiming to strengthen friendly relations and exchange experiences in forest management, protection, and fire prevention and control in the border area. The official conference will take place on the afternoon of November 7, 2025.
This activity contributes to strengthening solidarity and close cooperation between the forest rangers of Vietnam and Laos, working together to preserve the green forests along the peaceful and friendly border.
Author: Mai Anh, Forest Protection Department