Since 1999, Vung Tau’s urban green coverage has increased eight-fold, a significant accomplishment attributed to major ongoing projects. The city is making strides in environmental protection, especially in waste management and pollution control. These efforts contribute to Vung Tau's sustainable development goals, ensuring that environmental quality and urban cleanliness are maintained in the long term. Under the project for developing urban green spaces in Vung Tau with a vision to 2050, the city aims to turn itself into an ecological urban model that harmonises natural and cultural heritage. To expand its green footprint, Vung Tau has launched the “One Million Tree Initiative,” a programme designed to increase the city’s greenery. The goal is to achieve a minimum green area of 20 sqm per resident, contributing to a healthier urban environment and solidifying Vung Tau’s reputation as a green, eco-friendly tourist city./.