In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year, when the pace of life seemed to slow down to reflect on the journey already travelled, the story of Viet Nam–Japan cooperation in green development emerged as a steady, enduring current. Beyond individual projects, it was a long-term partnership nurtured by trust, respect for autonomy, and a shared aspiration to shape a sustainable future for generations to come.

The Independent Office of Evaluation (IOE) of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, held a national roundtable discussion on the Country Strategy and Programme Evaluation (CSPE), Ha Noi, on October 15.

In a global consumption painting changing dramatically, Generation Z and Generation Alpha (two population groups born from 1997 onwards) stand out as pioneers of the “green living” trend. The young generations are becoming the driving force promoting businesses to move towards sustainability.