Yok Don forests “attacked” from all four sidesVietNamNet Bridge - Migrants have step by step encroached on forests from the outside, while illegal loggers have been dismantling trees in the core area. The Yok Don forests are withering and shrinking. The Yok Don forests are withering and shrinkingAt the Forest Rangers’ Unit No 10, dozens of self-modified motorbikes were parked at the back door. Forest rangers said the area is inaccessible and they must obtain a license to enter, when necessary. Deputy director of the Yok Don National Park Huynh Nghia Hiep admitted that deforestation, which has been occurring for the many years, cannot be stopped.

Source: VietNamNet News May 23, 2018 00:33 UTC