Registration open to public:

Date: October 28-29, 2024

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT+7

Registration: https://forms.gle/xCzPk1UHZ3ffcvHG9

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment of Lao PDR, the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia and its Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris, and United Nations Development Programme Lao PDR will host the ASEAN Conference on Combatting Plastic Pollution 2024. This conference aims to bring together stakeholders from ASEAN Member States, the private sector, innovators, academia, and civil society to discuss innovative solutions, best practices, and regional policies to address plastic pollution.  

The two-day event will focus on fostering partnerships and sharing knowledge on combatting plastic pollution across Southeast Asia. It will also feature an exhibition showcasing innovations from across ASEAN. The conference will be open to the public and could be joined online. Please find the date, time, and registration link below: 

Date: October 28-29, 2024 

Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM GMT+7 

Registration: https://forms.gle/xCzPk1UHZ3ffcvHG9 

Prominent speakers, including government officials, international experts, and innovators working on sustainability and circular economy solutions, will be among the participants. The conference will be held under the patronage of H.E. Mme. Bounkham Vorachit, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment of Lao PDR. 

ERIA’s involvement through its Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris, underscores its dedication to fostering regional cooperation and knowledge-sharing. ERIA remains committed to contributing to ASEAN’s efforts in reducing plastic pollution through collaborative and innovative solutions. 

About RKCMPD

The Regional Knowledge Centre for Marine Plastic Debris was established under the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia in 2019. The Centre’s mission is to provide information and support to ASEAN+3 Member States, thereby helping them to improve the circularity of plastic and prevent leakage into marine environments.

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