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Launching Ceremony of the 4th International Design Competition: (Re)engaging Cities’ Landscape for Cultural and Economic Vibrancy

Launching Ceremony of the 4th International Design Competition: (Re)engaging Cities’ Landscape for Cultural and Economic Vibrancy

20 Mar 2025

On March 11, 2025, the Institute of Smart City and Management (ISCM), University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) held the Launching Ceremony of the 4th International Design Competition titled “(Re)engaging Cities’ Landscape for Cultural and Economic Vibrancy.” This event also integrated an international symposium (webinar), bringing together leading experts in architecture, urban design, and landscape design to inspire and promote creative thinking about sustainable urban development.

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Women4Mangrove Project: Enhancing Community-Based Conservation and Agro-Educational Tourism Linked to Reforestation in the Mekong Delta

Women4Mangrove Project: Enhancing Community-Based Conservation and Agro-Educational Tourism Linked to Reforestation in the Mekong Delta

19 Dec 2025

On December 10, 2025, the Women4Mangrove (W4M) Project successfully held a stakeholder meeting to underscore its mission of empowering women, protecting mangrove ecosystems, and developing a sustainable agro-educational tourism model in the Mekong Delta. The event brought together representatives from local authorities, the community, environmental experts, and development partners to discuss progress and align on the next implementation milestones.

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UEH Leads UN-Funded Women4Mangrove Project: Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods and Mangrove Restoration Through Women-Led Community Tourism in the Mekong Delta

UEH Leads UN-Funded Women4Mangrove Project: Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods and Mangrove Restoration Through Women-Led Community Tourism in the Mekong Delta

01 Dec 2025

In November 2025, the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) officially announced that seven international research projects under the Global Environment Facility (GEF) – UNEP grant program would receive a total of $350,000 in funding through the SEA Grants. This is a flagship pilot program designed to promote sustainable local solutions for marine and coastal conservation across the East Asian Seas. Among them, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) is honored to be the lead institution for the "Women4Mangrove – Empowering Women for Nature-based Coastal Solutions" project in Vietnam, which aims to develop a model for mangrove conservation and restoration linked to community livelihoods, particularly for women in coastal areas.

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UEH and Efforts in building a Green, Smart University: From Facilities to Eco-friendly campuses

UEH and Efforts in building a Green, Smart University: From Facilities to Eco-friendly campuses

22 Jan 2025

With nearly 50 years of development, the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) has achieved significant milestones in university management, comprehensive infrastructure innovation, and advancing towards a “green” and “smart” international-standard university model. These efforts aim to create an inspiring and creative learning environment. On their journey of promoting sustainable education, UEH has prioritized designing and constructing new facilities according to international sustainability standards. These include optimizing energy efficiency, water management, and waste treatment. These actions not only reduce carbon emissions but also create a green, friendly, and sustainable learning environment for students while expanding community access.

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Launching of the "TOWARDS NO SINGLE-USE PLASTIC FUTURE" Campaign at UEH Vo Thi Sau Campus

Launching of the "TOWARDS NO SINGLE-USE PLASTIC FUTURE" Campaign at UEH Vo Thi Sau Campus

24 Oct 2024

On October 19, 2024, at Vo Thi Sau campus, University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City officially launched the "Towards No Single-use Plastic Future" campaign. It is one of UEH's strategic products in the journey towards building a green campus, reducing single-use plastic waste, and promoting the community to practice a sustainable lifestyle. The event is not only an important milestone but also strongly inspires all UEH students, lecturers and staff to join hands towards a future without single-use plastic waste.

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Toxic Waste Management towards Sustainable Development: Perspectives from Business party

Toxic Waste Management towards Sustainable Development: Perspectives from Business party

02 Nov 2023

When the problem of environmental pollution is alarming on a global scale, effective toxic waste management is very important for sustainable development. However, the relationship between hazardous waste management and corporate performance and its impact on various aspects of sustainable development remains unclear. From that situation, the author from Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) conducted research to explore the perceptions of hazardous waste management and its impact on Vietnamese industry practices.

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