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Just Transition to an Inclusive Circular Economy in ASEAN

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Just Transition to an Inclusive Circular Economy in ASEAN
Year: 2024
Language: English
Country: Multi-country
Insights: ASEAN Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform Webinar Series

Discussing a Just Transition in the context of a Circular Economy is crucial, encompassing strategies such as maximizing resource circulation, enhancing resource efficiency, and transitioning to more sustainable resource options. This is because the shift towards circularity will also affect how rights and welfare are distributed among regions, countries, organisations, societies, and communities. Often discussed solely as an environmental protection strategy, the Circular Economy requires additional efforts for a truly Just Circular Transition. Without the participation of multiple stakeholders, a sustainable circular roadmap cannot be achieved. Social rights practitioners came together to discuss what a Just Transition means for Circular Economy, what are the challenges and how are things being done in the global and regional scale, and shared practical solutions at country level.