Tuyen Quang:The UNESCO Global Geoparks Council has unanimously awarded the Dong Van Karst Plateau a 'Green Card', marking the highest rating under its periodic revalidation process. This accolade signifies a recommendation to renew its UNESCO Global Geopark status for another four years.

According to Vietnam News Agency, this marks the fourth consecutive successful revalidation for the Dong Van Karst Plateau. The 'Green Card' is a testament to the site's continued significance and compliance with UNESCO's rigorous standards.