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Development of Vietnam’s Circular Economy National Action Plan
Consultation workshop on the first draft of Vietnam National Action Plan for Circular Economy Implementation (NAP CE)

The Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) and the Institute of Strategy, Policy on Natural Resources and Environment (ISPONRE) jointly organized a consultation workshop on presenting the 1st Draft of National Action Plan on Circular Economy and collecting technical inputs from experts and diverse stakeholders. The workshop was attended by 132 participants both online and offline. The full-day workshop was aimed at contributing to the development of the National Action Plan that will be submitted to the Prime Minister for approval by December 31, 2023.

Mr Stefan Burkhardt, Head of South and Southeast Asian regions, spoke at the workshop.

Mr Stefan Burkhardt, Head of South and Southeast Asian regions, spoke at the workshop.

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ISPONRE, assigned by MONRE, is leading the development of the National Action Plan on Circular Economy (NAPCE) for Vietnam. This 2nd consultation workshop on NAP CE brought together active southern participants who made significant contributions to the revision of the initial draft, ensuring the development of a comprehensive plan. International experiences in NAPCE development were shared and discussed to collect insights and anticipate challenges specific to Vietnam. Representatives from ICED, JICA Vietnam Office, DONRE Ho Chi Minh, UNDP in Việt Nam, Chatham House, the National Economics University of Vietnam, and private sector shared their research to audiences. The draft roadmap identified priority areas such as transitioning to renewable energy and emphasizing the role of the forestry industry, suggesting the issuance of a carbon mechanism and the sale of carbon credits. The plastic industry was addressed, urging a roadmap for bioplastic production. The workshop emphasized the roles of enterprises and the state, with specific tasks outlined in decrees for effective collaboration. Customization of indicators was underscored, recognizing the need for each country to develop its own set based on unique priorities.

Participants of the workshop are representatives of various governmental departments, institutes, universities and international organizations in the South of Vietnam.

Participants of the workshop are representatives of various governmental departments, institutes, universities and international organizations in the South of Vietnam.

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The workshop's collaborative nature and diverse stakeholder participation set the stage for a successful NAPCE development, ensuring a well-rounded and inclusive approach to advancing circular economy practices in Vietnam. This 1st draft of the NAP CE is a promising step towards building a sustainable, resource-efficient future, fostering environmental protection and economic prosperity. Hanns Seidel Foundation Vietnam provides support to the development process of this important policy framework.

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