Circular economy key for textile and garment industry

Vietnam’s textile and garment industry has grown rapidly, with exports rising from $1.96 billion in 2001 to $27 billion in 2015 and $40.4 billion in 2021. Despite making a major contribution to the economy, the industry is among the most polluting. Promoting a circular economy is therefore considered a key strategy for the industry to deeply participate in global value chains.