Discover Oceans and Seas, Gulf of Tonkin

The Gulf of Tonkin is an arm of the South China Sea located between China, Vietnam, and the island of Hainan. It is approximately 615,000 square kilometers in size.

The Gulf of Tonkin has a long history of human habitation and is home to many diverse cultures, including the Cham, Kinh, and Hoa.

The Gulf of Tonkin is home to many diverse species of marine life, including turtles, cetaceans, and numerous species of fish. Several of these species are endangered or threatened, including the Irrawaddy dolphin, dugong, and finless porpoise.

The Gulf of Tonkin provides many important economic resources, including fisheries, coastal tourism, and oil and gas reserves.

The Gulf of Tonkin is an important recreational destination, with activities such as swimming, sailing, and fishing available.

Unfortunately, the Gulf of Tonkin is also threatened by pollution, overfishing, and development.

In the past decades, several initiatives have been put in place to protect the Gulf of Tonkin, such as the Gulf of Tonkin Conservation and Development Program.

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