Vietnam to charge fees for recycling from 2024

Used bottles are being gathered before they are sent to recycling plants in Lao Cai Province. The unofficial sector undertakes the recycling of between 40 to 95 per cent of urban waste in Vietnam. - VNA/VNS

HANOI (Vietnam News/Asia News Network): The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment (MONRE) is developing a legal document to specify fees for recycling products and packages, which is expected to be applicable in 2024.

Under the Law on Environment 2020 and the governmental Decree No.08, the recycling of products and packages will be mandatory for those who import or produce batteries, tyres, lubricants, and packaging as of Jan 1, 2024.