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WSR Update: Vietnam has not yet been recommended by the EC for approval regarding recycled metals.
A new draft from the European Commission indicates that Vietnam is currently recommended for approval regarding paper and glass waste, but has not been recommended for inclusion on the list of countries permitted to receive...
VMRF – Circulate Capital: ESG from Compliance Requirements to Management Capability
On September 30, 2026, the Vietnam Metal Recycling Forum (VMRF), in collaboration with Circulate Capital,...
VMRF and Kitakyushu City Explore Cooperation Opportunities in Recycling and Environmental Technology
The Vietnam Metal Recycling Forum (VMRF) recently held an online meeting with representatives of the...
Low River Levels in Borneo Expose New Weaknesses in Asia’s Energy Supply Chain
Falling water levels on several rivers in Kalimantan are disrupting barge transportation of coal and...
Green and Circular Projects May Receive 2% Interest Rate Support
Vietnam has introduced a formal framework for identifying green projects, projects meeting circular economy criteria,...
US Company Eyes Vietnam’s Used Batteries as an “Above-Ground Lithium Mine”
The rapid growth of electric vehicles is opening up a new market beyond vehicle manufacturing...
CMRA Annual Convention 2026 in Ningbo: Reshaping the Recycled Metals Value Chain in a Changing Global Landscape
Ningbo, Zhejiang, will become a key gathering point for the global recycled metals industry from...
IBAAS–VFMSTA 2026: International Forum on Bauxite, Alumina, Aluminium and Critical Minerals in Vietnam
The 15th International Bauxite, Alumina & Aluminium Conference & Exhibition (IBAAS–VFMSTA 2026) will take place...
Smart Factories Open a New Competitive Race in the Metals Industry: Companies That Control Energy and Data Will Gain the Edge
For many years, the competitiveness of metals companies has been determined primarily by raw material...
EU Tightens Aluminium Scrap Exports: Global Recycled Aluminium Market Faces a Major Reshaping
The European Union is moving toward a major change in its policy on aluminium scrap....