South Asia Regional Forum Discusses Circular Economy Framework
What happened
A Regional Forum on Circular Economy in South Asia convened in Colombo, Sri Lanka, to discuss a regional framework and implementation roadmap for a resource-efficient economy. The forum was jointly organized by the SAARC Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Sri Lanka. The event was held in collaboration with the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies and the United Nations Environment Programme.
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Why it matters
The discussions aim to connect resource efficiency with enterprise growth and inclusive economic expansion across South Asia. The proposed regional framework could influence national policy adoption and regulatory standards regarding resource management in the region.
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Who's involved
- South AsiaThe region where the forum took place and where the framework applies.
- Institute for Global Environmental StrategiesNonprofit organization collaborating on the forum's environmental strategies.
- Government of Sri LankaThe central government of Sri Lanka, which is hosting the forum.
- United Nations Environment ProgrammeUnited Nations organization collaborating on the forum's environmental strategies.
- Sri LankaThe island country hosting the regional forum.
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The entities involved
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South Asia
southern region of Asia
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Institute for Global Environmental Strategies
nonprofit organization in Arlington, United States
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