The 4th Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum (VCSF 2017) will build upon the success of the past three VCSFs which were convened in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Under the theme of “Scaling-up business solutions to sustainability challenges”, this year’s Forum will gather government, business and civil society leaders and representatives together to discuss ways to create an enabling environment for the thriving of innovative business solutions that are not only commercially viable but also effectively address environmental and social issues. VCSF 2017 aims to be an interactive platform for participants to update and exchange sustainable business practices, models and ideas, thus exploring untapped investment opportunities. The Forum also facilitate the dialogue to enhance governmental supports for business sustainable development.
Objectives of VCSF 2017 are as follows:
Please find the tentative agenda in attachment.
Vietnam Corporate Sustainability Forum (VCSF) and The Launching of Rankings of Top 100 Sustainable Business in 2016
With the aim to support Businesses in Vietnam to update information on latest trends and topics related to sustainable development, as well as to create a forum for discussion and experience sharing about current business practices and solutions of sustainable businesses, Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD) – Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry of (VCCI) is going to organize the "Sustainable development - Essential trend and its necessity for Businesses " Conference.
The workshop presents a unique opportunity to bring together of around 100 participants from business community, government agencies, international organizations, NGOs, business associations (both domestic and foreign), experts and media. A tentative agenda is attached for your reference.
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