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Quang Tri launches major landmine clearance initiative through 2030
Central Vietnam's Quang Tri province has greenlit a 90 billion VND investment to remove landmines and unexploded ordnance from six communes over the next five years. The initiative aims to reclaim approximately 2,400 hectares of contaminated land for local development.
LSN Vietnam ·
Quang Tri province has secured funding for an ambitious demining operation targeting six communes across the region, authorities announced. The 90 billion VND (approximately 3.48 million USD) project runs from 2026 to 2030 and represents a significant step toward clearing persistent ordnance hazards that continue to restrict development in post-war communities.
The initiative will focus on removing landmines and unexploded ordnance (UXO) from roughly 2,400 hectares of land currently inaccessible or unsuitable for civilian use. By clearing these contaminated areas, local authorities hope to unlock opportunities for agricultural development, infrastructure expansion, and improved living conditions for residents of the six targeted communes.
Quang Tri remains among Vietnam's most mine and UXO-affected provinces, with decades-old contamination from the war continuing to pose risks to civilians and limit economic prospects. The provincial government has prioritized systematic clearance using geographic information systems to identify and sequence high-priority zones for remediation.
The project aligns with Vietnam's broader commitment to addressing the legacy of unexploded ordnance. Similar initiatives across the country have progressively reclaimed land for productive use while reducing civilian casualties from mine-related accidents.