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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.

On the occasion of the Cool Product Awards 2024, hosted by Tap chi Kinh te Viet Nam / Vietnam Economic Times / VnEconomy on December 20,  Ms. Tran Thi Phuong Lan, Vice President of the Association of Vietnam Retailers, tells the media group about the retail market’s growth story in 2024 and how businesses must adapt quickly to technological and consumer shifts.