Many economic sectors in Viet Nam are presented with significant opportunities to transition to a circular economy model. Making use of by-products and recycling waste not only reduces pollution but also opens pathways to sustainable development and increases economic value.

In the context of rapid urbanisation, mounting environmental pressures, and escalating climate change, Ho Chi Minh City is striving to promote the development of a circular economy, laying the groundwork for building a green economy. However, to achieve this goal, the city must implement comprehensive solutions accompanied by bold and breakthrough policies.

Up to 25 teams gathered in Ha Noi on June 25 for the 2025 Plastics Innovation Programme award ceremony, presenting groundbreaking solutions to curb plastic pollution through advanced production and design techniques, reusable products, and circular financial tools.

A two-day APEC workshop has been held in Ha Noi, focusing on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the textile and garment industry to transition towards a circular economy.

As one of the countries heavily affected by climate change, the development of a circular economy is an important solution for Vietnam, towards the development of a green and low-carbon economy.

Amidst the regional and global economic slowdown, the ASEAN needs to strongly open its markets, remove trade barriers, and work together to create new growth engines to catch up with current major transition trend, stated Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the 40th ASEAN Summit in Phnom Penh on November 11.