Advancing sustainable agriculture and circular economy cooperation between Viet Nam and Australia
Where deep tech meets policy to power Vietnam’s green transition.
The Hanoi forum brought together Vietnam and Australia to discuss how engineering and deep-tech solutions can support sustainable agriculture, resource use, and climate goals. It reinforced joint priorities in circular economy, agri-tech, and food safety while strengthening links between research, policy, and industry.
Co-hosted by the Institute of Strategy and Policy on Agriculture and Environment (ISPAE), the University of Sydney Vietnam Institute (SVI), and the Faculty of Engineering - University of Sydney, the Forum on "Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Environment, and Natural Resources Management" took place in Hanoi, bringing together leaders, researchers, and industry experts from both countries to explore how deep tech and engineering innovation can drive Vietnam’s sustainable growth and net-zero transition.
Vice Minister of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) , Mr Tran Thanh Nam gave an opening speech at the Forum
This forum followed the working visit led by Vice Minister Tran Thanh Nam and a high-level delegation from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) to the University of Sydney in August. The visit established a strategic roadmap for collaboration between Vietnam and Australia, identifying four key priority areas:
- Circular Economy
- Critical Minerals
- Agricultural Technology Development and Application
- Food Safety
Professor Ali Abbas from Faculty of Engineering, University of Sydney
Representing the Faculty of Engineering - University of Sydney, Professor Ali Abbas shared insights from his research and the faculty’s strategic vision, Deep Tech for Societal Impact. His presentations demonstrated how systems engineering, circular economy principles, and advanced manufacturing can transform resource management and create tangible solutions for sustainable development.
Vice Minister Tran Thanh Nam emphasized Vietnam’s strong commitment to learning from Australia’s experience, particularly from the University of Sydney to translate circular economy concepts and technological innovations into practical policies and actions that fit Vietnam’s local context.
As Vietnam accelerates its green transition and implement the national action plan on circular economy toward 2035, this collaboration marks a pivotal step in connecting research, policy, and industry. By leveraging the University of Sydney’s global expertise in circular economy, sustainable resource management, and engineering innovation, both countries are co-creating pathways that turn knowledge into action and impactful outcomes, fostering a resilient and inclusive future.