Abstract

This article evaluates the concept of the “circular economy” (CE) in the Law on Environmental Protection 2020 based on the principles of regeneration, restoration, and the criteria of a well-defined concept. Based on the analysis, the paper proposes refining the CE definition to fully capture the essence of this model, thereby establishing a solid legal foundation to accelerate the transition to a circular economy and promote sustainable development in Vietnam.

Keywords: Circular economy, CE, concept, regeneration, restoration.