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EuroCham Vietnam will collaborate with other organizations to host the 2023 Green Economy Forum (GEF) on November 2nd, 2023 in Hanoi. The event will include dialogues on sustainable development, a high-level plenary session, and thematic conferences, bringing together leading industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainable policy advocates from Europe and Vietnam.
At the press conference launching the Green Economy Forum on September 28th, EuroCham Vietnam announced that the Green Economy Forum will be organized in collaboration with the European Group, including the Delegation of the European Union to Vietnam, the EuroCham Green Growth Sector Subcommittee, nine European business associations affiliated with EuroCham Vietnam, and European countries.
EuroCham Vietnam held a press conference to provide information about the 2023 Green Economy Forum.
Ambassador Julien Guerrier of the European Union Delegation to Vietnam emphasized the importance of the Green Economy Forum as a symbol of the ongoing cooperation efforts between Europe and Vietnam. He believes that such initiatives will pave the way for a successful green transition, demonstrating the strength of cooperation between Europe and Vietnam.
Mr. Christoph Prommersberger, Deputy Ambassador of the Netherlands to Vietnam, highly appreciated Vietnam's sustainability goals for 2050. Drawing on Europe's experience, he pointed out the challenges in translating commitments into results. Mr. Christoph Prommersberger highlighted the crucial role of the business community in the green transition, especially as new EU regulations, such as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), begin to be implemented.
"Taking these factors into account, the Green Economy Forum will provide Vietnam and its businesses with information on the necessary resources to meet and adapt to increasingly evolving global standards," said Christoph Prommersberge.
"As the world prepares for the 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), the Green Economy Forum has provided a timely platform to highlight the importance of ecologically conscious strategies and innovations. By harmonizing discussions with the core objectives of COP28 and Vietnam's National Green Growth Strategy, we aim to strengthen global sustainability commitments, reiterate the principles of the Paris Agreement, and provide the business community with the necessary tools to achieve an equitable green economy," said a EuroCham representative.
Mr. Stuart Livesey, a member of the EuroCham Board of Directors and Vice Chairman of the Green Growth Sector Subcommittee (GGSC), provided a comprehensive overview of the Green Economy Forum. This forum will share practical knowledge, including case studies from pioneers in sustainable development, and the experience of over 30 industry experts, including representatives from renowned multinational corporations such as BNP Paribas, Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP), Equinor, HSBC, Airbus, EDPR, and others.
Mr. Stuart Livesey, a member of the EuroCham Board of Directors and Vice-Chair of the Green Growth Sector Subcommittee (GGSC), spoke at the event.
The high-level plenary session of the forum is expected to include important delegates such as Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, and Danish Minister of Energy Dan Jannik Jørgensen.
The forum also provides an opportunity to connect businesses, industry leaders, and experts in the field of green initiatives. The event also includes in-depth workshops with thematic sessions on key topics such as renewable energy, green finance, carbon emission reduction, and sustainable agriculture.
