Vietnam Unites for Agroecology: Stakeholders Plan for Sustainable Future
A significant event took place in Dong Thap, Vietnam, bringing together various stakeholders to discuss and plan for a sustainable future in agriculture. Supported by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), the conference aimed to create a clear action plan for Vietnam's agroecology and sustainable food system transformation.
The event, held in conjunction with the FAO's 80th anniversary and WWF's 30th year of biodiversity conservation in Vietnam, highlighted the urgency of the situation. A 2023 IPCC forecast warns that a one-metre sea-level rise could inundate 40 per cent of the Mekong Delta, threatening the livelihoods of over 17 million people. Agroecology, a holistic approach integrating indigenous knowledge with modern science and ecological principles, was presented as a solution to create more resilient, sustainable, and equitable food systems.
Vice Chairman of the National Assembly Le Minh Hoan emphasised the long-term vision of agroecology for Vietnam, stating it is crucial for achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and ensuring food security. The conference featured a multi-stakeholder dialogue involving representatives from the government, international organisations, cooperatives, farmers, businesses, and associations. Vinod Ahuja, FAO representative in Vietnam, stressed the importance of turning policy into tangible action through public-private partnerships. Thibault Ledecq, chief conservation officer of WWF-Vietnam, noted that sustainable food production can be a catalyst for conservation and ecosystem restoration. Business leaders, though not named, called for increased government support to enhance competitiveness and Vietnam's international reputation in agricultural exports.
The conference served as a significant step towards fulfilling Vietnam's international commitments on climate change and sustainable agriculture. With a clear action plan, priority projects, and strengthened multilateral partnerships, stakeholders aim to transform Vietnam's agroecology and food systems, ensuring a sustainable future for the country and its people.
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