VietNamNet Bridge - The first phase of a cooperation project on clean air between Vietnam and Switzerland was launched in Hanoi on August 8.

The purpose of the first phase of the Switzerland-Vietnam Clean Air Programme (SVCAP) is to support the reduction of air pollution by helping define and implement an integral air quality management system, focusing on Hanoi and its surroundings.

With a total investment of more than $2.9 million, including $2.7 million from Switzerland, the first phase will be carried out from 2005 to 2007.

SVCAP is a joint project designed to support the development of air emission controlling policies, building a database for an air quality monitoring system, raising the community's awareness about clean air, and implementing pilot projects on clean transport and construction in Vietnam.

Source: VNA http://english.vietnamnet.vn/tech/2006/08/600033/