Provincial Party Secretary, Head of the Provincial National Assembly Delegation Ngo Thanh Danh and his wife attended the ceremony

Attending the ceremony, on the Central side were comrades: Le Thi Hong Van, Director of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO, Secretary General of the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO, Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Nguyen Thi Thanh Ha, Deputy Director of the Department of Social Sciences, Humanities and Natural Sciences, Ministry of Science and Technology; Trinh Hai Son, Director of the Institute of Geosciences and Minerals, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment; Head of the Specialized Subcommittee on Vietnam Geoparks; Do Thi Yen Ngoc, Director of the Center for Karst and Geoheritage, Institute of Science, Geology and Minerals, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment.

Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Council Luu Van Trung and Director of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO, Secretary General of the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Le Thi Hong Van attended the ceremony

On the side of Dak Nong province, there were comrades: Ngo Thanh Danh, Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Head of the Provincial National Assembly Delegation and his wife; Luu Van Trung, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; Ho Van Muoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Ha Thi Hanh, member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Chairman of the Provincial Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee; Bui Huy Thanh, member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Head of the Provincial Party Committee's Propaganda Department; Vo Pham Xuan Lam, member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Secretary of the Gia Nghia City Party Committee; Mai Thi Xuan Trung, member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Council; Ton Thi Ngoc Hanh, member of the Provincial Party Committee Standing Committee, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; and other leaders and former leaders of Dak Nong province through the periods; comrades who were former leaders of the Dak Nong Geopark Management Board; scientists, researchers, representatives of intellectuals, religious figures, typical village elders, heroic Vietnamese mothers, labor heroes, people, central and local press agencies.

 Comrades: Ho Van Muoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee; Ho Xuan Truong, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee attended the ceremony

The journey "arduous but full of sweet fruits"

Speaking at the ceremony, on behalf of the Provincial Party Committee, People's Council, People's Committee, Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee of the province, comrade Ho Van Muoi, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee expressed his deep gratitude to the ministries, branches and central agencies, especially the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO, the Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources, domestic and foreign experts, international partners, partners inside and outside the province and the local community who have supported and accompanied Dak Nong province on the "arduous but full of sweet fruits" journey of the Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark.

This title marks an important turning point, bringing Dak Nong province officially into the UNESCO Global Geopark Network, including 213 destinations in 48 countries around the world. This is an honor and pride for the high political determination and the continuous efforts of the Party committees, authorities and people of all ethnic groups in Dak Nong province in the journey to reach an international brand.

Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Ho Van Muoi expressed his deep gratitude to the Ministries, branches and central agencies, partner experts and local communities for supporting and accompanying the Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark

Comrade Ho Van Muoi especially affirmed the role of Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark in the province's socio-economic development strategy: "Developing tourism on the basis of promoting natural advantages, cultural values - indigenous ecological characteristics, Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark is one of the three pillars of the local economy" In addition, the conservation of landscapes, geological and cultural values and raising public awareness have been implemented synchronously, helping Dak Nong increasingly affirm its position on the international tourism map.

“With Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark, we are proud to build the brand “Land of Melodies”, where every mountain, every river, every gong sound blends into a magical symphony, conveying the message of harmony between humans and nature”, emphasized Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Ho Van Muoi.

In the coming time, Dak Nong province will focus on synchronously implementing important tasks, including preserving heritage values, attracting investment, and developing the Geopark brand, contributing to promoting sustainable tourism and improving the lives of local people.

A historical milestone for the province

At the ceremony to receive the title of Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark for the second time, Mr. Jonathan W. Baker, Chief Representative of UNESCO Office in Vietnam and Mr. Guy Martini, Chairman of the UNESCO Global Geopark Council, Secretary General of the Global Geopark Network sent a special congratulatory video to the province.

Mr. Jonathan W. Baker, Chief Representative of UNESCO Office in Vietnam sent a congratulatory video to Dak Nong province

In the clip, Mr. Baker expressed his warm congratulations to the leaders and people of Dak Nong province for their continuous efforts in preserving and promoting the geological, cultural and ecological values of the park. He emphasized that this re-recognition not only honors the unique heritage values but also opens up new opportunities for the province to promote its global brand, economic development and international cooperation.

Mr. Baker also affirmed that Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark is a typical example of the harmonious connection between nature and people, and is also a symbol of Vietnam's strong commitment to implementing sustainable development goals. UNESCO is committed to continuing to accompany Dak Nong province to promote the value of the title, turning the heritage into an important driving force for sustainable development.

At the ceremony, Ms. Le Thi Hong Van, Director of the Department of Cultural Diplomacy and UNESCO, Secretary General of the Vietnam National Commission for UNESCO, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Mr. Trinh Hai Son, Director of the Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment; Head of the Vietnam Geoparks Subcommittee, presented the Certificate of recognition of the title of UNESCO Global Geopark of Vietnam for the second time, period 2024 - 2027 to Dak Nong province.

Dak Nong Province officially receives the title of UNESCO Global Geopark for the second time, period 2024-2027

Dak Nong province officially received the title of UNESCO Global Geopark. The title is a noble recognition for the timeless values that Dak Nong province has preserved and developed over the years. At the same time, this title also has a profound meaning, reminding the locality of its great responsibility in maintaining and continuing to develop the heritage.

The moment of receiving the title is not only a symbol of honoring Dak Nong's efforts but also affirms the province's strong commitment to the mission of preserving, sustainably developing and promoting local heritage to the world.

On this occasion, Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Ho Van Muoi awarded certificates of merit to collectives and individuals who have made great contributions to the collectives and individuals who have continuously devoted themselves to the journey of building and developing the UNESCO Dak Nong Global Geopark, period 2020 - 2024.

Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee Ho Van Muoi awarded certificates of merit to collectives and individuals who have made continuous contributions to the journey of building and developing the Dak Nong UNESCO Global Geopark, period 2020 - 2024

LIST OF GROUPS AND INDIVIDUALS RECEIVING CERTIFICATES OF MERIT FROM THE CHAIRMAN OF THE PROVINCIAL PEOPLE'S COMMITTEE

* 01 group: Provincial Museum under the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism

* 09 individuals:

1. Ms. Khuc Thi Thoi, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Deputy Director of the Dak Nong Geopark Management Board;

2. Mr. Le Quang Dan, Deputy Director of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development;

3. Mr. Vo Van Minh, Deputy Director of the Department of Natural Resources and Environment;

4. Mr. Nguyen Xuan Danh, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Krong No district;

5. Mr. Vu Van Binh, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Cu Jut district;

6. Mr. Doan Van Phuong, Vice Chairman of the People's Committee of Dak Glong district;

7. Ms. Tran Nhi Bach Van, Specialist of Foreign Affairs Department, Provincial People's Committee Office - Full-time member of Dak Nong Geopark Management Board;

8. Mr. Quang Van Toi, Specialist of Tourism Management Department, Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism - Full-time member of Dak Nong Geopark Management Board;

9. Mr. Luong Quang Hung, Specialist of Cooperative Economy and Farm Department, Rural Development Sub-Department, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development - Full-time member of Dak Nong Geopark Management Board.

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