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Next Thursday, September 12 in Hai Phong city, Vietnamese policymakers, representatives from international and domestic development and business sectors, economic experts and the media will come together to attend the forum on “Circular Economy Development: Global Trends and Policy Recommendations for Viet Nam” organised by GIZ and the Ministry of Planning and Investment, with support of the German government. This event marks another milestone in the ongoing Vietnamese-German cooperation in advancing the Circular Economy in Viet Nam. The forum will focus on assessing the results achieved, analysing the obstacles in promoting circular business models in Viet Nam, updating new policy developments in the world, and thereby recommending solutions suitable for the country. “Seeing is believing” - participants will have the opportunity to observe the circular economy in action at an industrial park in Hai Phong. Updates will be provided after the event. #SustainableEconomicDevelopment #CircularEconomyinVietnam #GoCircular

♻️ 👕👟 Last week in Hanoi, GIZ brought together nearly a hundred representatives of the fashion industry in a peer-to-peer working group to exchange insights and potential solutions for textile circularity through improved waste management. Source-based waste segregation, building a transparent and efficient waste sector and promoting the role of brands as change agents were among the key topics discussed.     Saskia A., Team Lead Sustainable Supply Chains and Circularity at GIZ Viet Nam, remarked: “This peer working group conversation comes at the right time because we all know that the industry is transforming rapidly. Only when all stakeholders in the ecosystem come together to collaborate and take action, real improvement and change can happen.”      The event is part of the German government-supported “Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS)” and “Go Circular” projects implemented by GIZ. In these projects, GIZ supports the promotion of textile-to-textile recycling by improving waste management at manufacturers, supporting pilot innovations and promoting health and safety in the waste sector, including waste collectors and recyclers.     Since 2023, 20 multinational brands, nearly 500 textile manufacturers, recyclers, waste collectors, and business associations have contributed to this work under the “Waste No More” slogan. The initiative promotes collective action to close the loop of pre-consumer textile waste in the apparel and footwear supply chain, which generates approximately 500,000 tonnes of waste each year. Manufacturers are provided with practical waste management training, an open-source digital tool to track and manage pre-consumer waste, and peer learning. Participating factories are to implement their own improvement plans to adapt their internal waste management, which will be accompanied by expert and peer support.       “GIZ has adopted a very comprehensive approach to promoting sustainable fashion supply chains in Viet Nam. With a large number of brands, factories, waste collectors and handlers connected and working together under the coordination of GIZ, I believe that the ‘Waste No More’ will deliver very positive impacts,” Nguyen Thi Ngoc Minh, Senior Manager Compliance, Facility Engineering and Sustainability at Hanesbrands, commented.      #SustainableEconomicDevelopment   #TextileCircularity   #Wastenomore

GIZ, under the framework of the project “Support to the implementation of the FLEGT VPA in Viet Nam” conducted 7 trainings, including 1 training of trainers from June to August of 2024. This aims at enhancing Timber Legality Assurance System (VNTLAS) since Viet Nam signed the implementation of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement on Forest Law Enforcement Governance and Trade (VPA FLEGT) with EU in October 2018. Read more at: https://lnkd.in/g7WeQM6w #VNTLAS #Lamnghiep #Phattrienbenvung #FLEGTVPA #VietNam Picture caption: Participants determining timber species via the AI-based timber identification app (WoodID). © GIZ/IMARD

Hanoi, August 21, 2024. Mr Nguyen Van Thang, Minister of The Ministry of Transport (MoT) and Mr Fabian Hartjes, 2nd Secretary of Economic Affairs and Climate Diplomacy at the German Embassy in Hanoi delivered their opening remarks at a one-day national dialogue on Green Transport Development: Challenges and Solutions to Attract Investment Resources". The event, participating by more than 200 delegates directly, and 63 provincial transport departments nationwide online, aimed at connecting stakeholders to discuss solutions, attract investment resources for green transportation development contributing to the implementation of the goal of net greenhouse gas emissions to "zero". Read further information at: https://lnkd.in/gEuYKPHH Listen/read exchanges, discussion (in Vietnamese language) during the Dialogue at: https://lnkd.in/g93AnxkR Picture credit: ©GIZ/Dang Dinh Thinh Hung #GreenTransport; #NDCTIA; #GIZVietnam

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐙𝐞𝐫𝐨 𝐖𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 at InnoEx 2024 on 22-23 August 2024. This 3-month programme is 100% dedicated to accelerating the growth of innovative solutions to reduce organic, textile, plastic, and electronic waste in Viet Nam. Are you developing a solution to reducing waste in Viet Nam? You could join the Accelerator as a mentor or an industry partner.   Find more details in the post below. https://lnkd.in/gzG65KFw

The Ministry of Transport, in collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH organises the National Policy Dialogue "Developing green transport: Challenges and solutions to attract investment resources" taken place in Hanoi on August 21, 2024. Objective of the one-day dialogue is to review the overall of the Action Programme and at the same time, connect ministries, departments, and localities to discuss solutions to solve difficulties and attract investment resources for green transport development. Please contact Ms Hang at hang.nguyenthanh@giz.de if you are interested in online participating the dialogue.

Pioneering enterprises in Viet Nam's supporting industry will be equipped with knowledge and skills to improve compliance with social and environmental standards through a training programme organised by GIZ and Vietnam Association For Supporting Industries (VASI) during this year. With enhanced capacity to comply with sustainability requirements, participating companies will be better prepared to meet the increasingly stringent requirements of international customers.     Training participants have the opportunity to learn more about regulations on responsible business practices in the supply chain, greenhouse gas management and energy efficiency, identifying and managing labour and social risks in business operations. The programme is delivered in a blended format, combining in-depth training and advisory services.     The know-how gained by the pioneering enterprises participating in the training will be shared with VASI member enterprises, to draw their interest and investment in responsible business practices, contributing to deeper integration into the global supply chain.     This training series is part of the German government-supported “Initiative for Global Solidarity” (IGS), implemented by GIZ with the aim of enhancing the private sector compliance with social and environmental due diligence in supply chains. #SustainableEconomicDevelopment #IGS

🎉📣 We are thrilled to announce that 231 households in Bien Bach Dong Commune, Thoi Binh district, Ca Mau province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam have achieved the prestigious Best Aquaculture Practices (#BAP) certification for their 696-ha rice-shrimp 🦐🌾farming area. This sustainable approach harmonizes rice and shrimp cultivation, preserving the environment while supporting local communities. Over the past three years, GIZ/MCRP, in partnership with DARD Ca Mau, D-FISH, Can Tho University, and Minh Phu Seafood Group, has proudly supported these dedicated farmers on their journey toward sustainable shrimp production with global market access. This milestone marks a significant step forward in promoting eco-friendly agriculture in the Mekong Delta, showcasing the power of collaboration between farmers, cooperatives, and the private sector. 🎉 Join us in celebrating this achievement and the bright future of sustainable farming! More information about #MCRP: https://lnkd.in/gpUEN82Z #SustainableAgriculture #riceshrimp #BAP #MCRP

Yesterday in Hanoi, GIZ joined more than 50 representatives of businesses and development community in a seminar on the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Framework and its implications for businesses operating in Viet Nam - “From ESG Framework to Decarbonisation Plan” hosted by the Eurocham and FPT. Dennis Quennet, GIZ Viet Nam Sustainable Economic Development Director, shared insights into the ESG Framework in the EU and its relations to decarbonisation measures, the impacts and benefits it brings to Viet Nam's businesses. Quennet also presented challenges and possible solutions to help companies comply with regulations, enhance their competitiveness in the global market and contribute to mitigating the impact of climate change. As Viet Nam has made a series of commitments, including achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, collective efforts in improving production processes, implementing emission reduction solutions, achieving carbon neutrality, with a specific roadmap are necessary. Participants agreed that awareness raising, legal framework, finance, skills and technology are key issues that the business sector needs to address, and that sustainability can only be achieved if business profits are maintained. Green Finance, Circular Economy and Twin Transition (combining digital and green transformation) are part of the German-Vietnamese cooperation to support the country in seizing the opportunities and addressing the challenges posed by the ESG Framework and Decarbonisation Requirements. GIZ supports Viet Nam in the development of Green Credits and Green Bonds, establishing a Circular Economy and expanding the use of digital technologies for green transition. Thanks to EuroCham Vietnam for the invitation! #ESG #SustainableEconomicDevelopment #CircularEconomy #GreenFinancce #TwinTransition

📌 Part time internship opportunity at GIZ Vietnam in Ha Noi for a National Intern in 3RproMar project & AMUSE project - application deadline August 15, 2024. Starting from August 26, 2024 until February 2025. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/gv-JCUnj   Interested qualified candidates are invited to send the latest curriculum vitae, cover letter, copies of relevant certificates and references, either by email (to ngoc.nguyen1@giz.de). The short-listed candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks after the deadline. Telephone contact is not encouraged.   📌 Internship opportunity at GIZ Vietnam in Ho Chi Minh for a National Intern in the Agriculture and Climate team of GIZ’s Green Cluster - application deadline August 13, 2024. Starting from August 28, 2024 until February 2025. Find out more:   Interested qualified candidates are invited to send the latest curriculum vitae, cover letter, copies of relevant certificates and references, either by email (to yen.duongngochai@giz.de). The short-listed candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks after the deadline. Telephone contact is not encouraged. Successful candidates will enjoy good working conditions, competitive benefits and compensation and good policies of training and development.