The idea of sinking an abandoned cargo ship to create an artificial reef and dive site in Con Dao has been rejected due to its conflict with current regulations.
Health minister Dao Hong Lan has urged Ho Chi Minh City to attract medical personnel and invest in sea ambulance boats and modern medical transport to ensure the safety of residents and tourists in Con Dao.
A 36-year-old fisherman underwent a laparoscopic appendectomy, marking the first surgery of its kind in the Con Dao special administrative-economic zone.
After 6 months of construction, a 4.9 trillion VND undersea cable is operational, providing Con Dao with a stable power supply, ending its reliance on diesel generators, and boosting economic and tourism development.
