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Rising goods prices have prompted many consumers to cut their discretionary spending in order to prioritize essentials, presenting a challenge for businesses to maintain consumer loyalty.

Vietnamese exporters face challenges from UK requirements on greener products but non-compliance may put them at risk of losing market access.

Mr. Le Duc Thinh, Director of the Department of Economic Cooperation and Rural Development at the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, tells VET / VnEconomy’s Chu Khoi how traditionally-produced Vietnamese salt, despite low domestic demand, is gaining in popularity in markets like France, Japan, and the EU and what that means for local production. 

Investors are busy analyzing both emerging and ongoing factors to uncover opportunities in Vietnam during 2025 while remaining cautious of potential risks stemming from the global political and economic landscape.

Circular economy principles would greatly help Vietnam address issues surrounding the effect of construction and demolition waste on the local environment.

Mr. Kulachet Dharachandra, Country Director of SCG in Vietnam, tells about its plan of action for developing a circular economy for a greener Vietnam.