The sustainable development goals are stipulated in Decision 622/QD-TTg, dated May 10, 2017 and the National Action Plan to implement the UN Agenda 2030 for sustainable development. The new decision set a roadmap to realize 17 sustainable development goals including (1) no poverty; (2) no hunger; (3) good health and well-being; (4) quality education; (5) gender equality; (6) clean water and sanitation; (7) affordable and clean energy; (8) decent work and economic growth; (9) industry renovation and infrastructure; (10) reduced inequalities; (11) sustainable cities and communities; (12) responsible consumption and production; (13) climate action; (14) life below water; (15) life on land; (16) peace, justice, and strong institutions; (17) partnerships for the goals. Regarding the goals on no poverty, no hunger, good health and well-being, the decision set a roadmap to fundamentally terminate hunger by 2020 and absolutely get rid of hunger by 2025. To fulfill the goal of raising 1.5 … [Read more...] about Roadmap on realization of sustainable development goals by 2030
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WCEF 2019 seeking solutions for sustainable development
The World Circular Economy Forum 2019 ( WCEF), which is the global initiative of Finland and the Finnish Innovation Fund Sitra, has been kicked off on June 3, 2019 in Helsinki capital city of Finland. The three-day WCEF brings together more than 2,000 business leaders, policymakers and experts to present the world’s best circular economy solutions. The event covers 17 plenary and parallel sessions with keynotes speeches, thematic discussions and networking opportunities. WCEF 2019 is providing experience in environmental protection The WCEF examines how businesses can grasp new opportunities, gain a competitive advantage through circular economy solutions and how the circular economy contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. “We believe that truly competitive solutions are born when business and environment go hand in hand. Our strong message is that in order to develop a circular economy, we must work together to reduce the use of … [Read more...] about WCEF 2019 seeking solutions for sustainable development
Vietnam accelerates implementation of sustainable development goals
Vietnam has gained a lot of significant achievements in SDG on poverty reduction (Illustrative image. Source VNA) Da Nang (VNA) – The National Assembly (NA) of Vietnam coordinated with the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to hold a meeting in the central city of Da Nang on December 18 on realising challenges posed for Vietnam in the implementation of sustainable development goals (SDGs). The event is part of a conference themed “The National Assembly and sustainable development goals”. A wide range of issues were discussed at the meeting, such as climate change adaptation, poverty reduction and elimination, food security guarantee, sustainable agriculture development, gender equality, and female and youth empowerment. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Vo Tuan Nhan said that Vietnam is considered one of the countries bearing the most brunt in terms of climate change impact. According to … [Read more...] about Vietnam accelerates implementation of sustainable development goals
ASOSAI 14 closing underlines sustainable development and creativity
The same day, the State Audit of Vietnam (SAV) hosted a press conference to announce the outcomes of ASOSAI 14, co-chaired by General Auditor of Vietnam cum Chairman of ASOSAI for the 2018-2021 term, Ho Duc Phoc, and ASOSAI Secretary General, Hu Zejun, Auditor-General of China’s National Audit Office. SAV Deputy Auditor General Doan Xuan Tien gave a briefing on the outcomes of the ASOSAI 14 Assembly, saying that ASOSAI 14 drew around 400 delegates and 400 domestic and foreign guests. The 7th Symposium themed “Environmental Auditing for Sustainable Development” — one of the most important issues on the agenda — has finalized the goal of building a common forum for participants to share their knowledge and experience and proposed solutions to effectively carry out environmental audits in the aim of realizing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mr Tien said that as the host of ASOSAI 14, the SAV becomes the … [Read more...] about ASOSAI 14 closing underlines sustainable development and creativity
ASOSAI 14 closing: towards sustainable development and creativity
The press conference was co-chaired by General Auditor of Vietnam cum Chairman of ASOSAI for the 2018-2021 term, Ho Duc Phoc, and ASOSAI Secretary General, Hu Zejun, Auditor-General of China’s National Audit Office. SAV Deputy Auditor General Doan Xuan Tien gave a briefing on the outcomes of the ASOSAI 14 Assembly, saying that ASOSAI 14 drew around 400 delegates and 400 domestic and foreign guests. The 7th Symposium themed “Environmental Auditing for Sustainable Development” — one of the most important issues on the agenda — has fulfilled its task to build a common forum for participants to share their knowledge and experience and proposed solutions to effectively carry out environmental audits in the aim of realizing the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Mr Tien said that as the host of ASOSAI 14, the SAV becomes the ASOSAI Chair for the 2018-2021 tenure, which offers an opportunity for the SAV to affirm its … [Read more...] about ASOSAI 14 closing: towards sustainable development and creativity