AFTER 2030, NOT TO PRODUCE AND IMPORT SINGLE-USE PLASTIC PRODUCTS
On April 13, 2022, the Prime Minister issues the Decision No. 450/QD-TTg approving the National Environmental Protection Strategy to 2030, with a vision toward 2050.
Accordingly, there are 12 key programs, plans and projects, including the Program on improving the capacity of environmental monitoring through 2030; Project on treating pollution in craft villages through 2030; Program on environmental protection in agricultural production through 2030, etc.
At the same time, the Decision also provides a number of tasks such as: To formulate mechanisms and policies for developing the market of environmental services and goods, the emission and carbon trading market; To review and complete taxes, fees and charges for environmental services; formulate and complete mechanisms for making environmental deposits, payment for biodiversity offsetting and ecosystem services, etc.
This Strategy is aim to the following targets: After 2025, single-use plastic products, non-biodegradable plastic packaging will not be circulated and used in commercial centers, supermarkets, hotels and tourist areas. After 2030, single-use plastic products, non-biodegradable plastic packaging and products and goods containing micro-plastics will not be produced and imported; eco-friendly products and materials for replacement will be promoted, etc.
This Decision takes effect on the signing date.
