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September 15, 2025 – A historically significant event took place at Bien Hoa Airport as the U.S. Embassy officially handed over the certification for 6 hectares of land successfully treated and cleared of dioxin contamination. After 6 years of implementing this bilateral cooperation project, this marks a crucial milestone, signifying the persistent efforts of both Vietnam and the United States in addressing the legacy of war and moving toward a sustainable future.

The dioxin remediation project at Bien Hoa Airport, one of the most heavily contaminated hotspots, is being carried out with a total budget of $430 million and is expected to last 10 years. The successful treatment of half of the contaminated area, equivalent to 6 hectares, not only frees up land for socioeconomic and defense development but also affirms the effectiveness of advanced remediation technology.

The handover ceremony was attended by representatives from the Air Defense - Air Force Service, U.S. Ambassador Marc Knapper, and officials from Dong Nai province. At the event, Ambassador Knapper also signed an agreement for an additional $32 million in non-refundable aid to expand the program supporting people with disabilities in provinces heavily affected by Agent Orange. This program has already assisted over 32,000 individuals, demonstrating the U.S.'s commitment to helping victims of Agent Orange.

The handover of dioxin-free land at Bien Hoa Airport is not just an environmental achievement but also a symbol of the reliable and effective cooperation between Vietnam and the U.S. It serves as proof that with shared resolve and determination, the immense challenges of the past can be overcome, opening up new opportunities for national development and improving the quality of life for the people.

As the CW1 Contractor, VINA E&C directly implemented and completed the remediation work in the NE, NW, ZT, and SW zones during the past phase. We are proud to have participated in this project of profound historical and humanitarian significance—restoring a healthy environment and serving socioeconomic and defense development in Dong Nai.