Vietnam Launches Green Financing Incentive Tied to ESG Standards
Vietnam introduces preferential loan interest rates linked to ESG compliance, offering 2% annual support to qualifying businesses. This initiative aims to enhance sustainable practices and improve access to capital for projects adhering to green criteria.
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Vietnam has announced a new financing framework linking a 2% annual interest rate support to businesses that meet Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards. The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment released a draft for public consultation, which outlines criteria for green and circular economy projects and specifies that large enterprises must satisfy at least 40 of the 52 ESG criteria, while smaller entities face adjusted requirements.
Project assessment can be conducted by the owners or independent ISO/ISAE-certified organizations. Non-compliance during the incentive period will result in the withdrawal of support, enhancing the transparency and competitiveness of Vietnamese businesses. The draft is awaiting feedback from various stakeholders before final approval.
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