Investigations by Samsung Show Irresponsible Chemicals Management and Pollution of Vietnam’s Environment

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International Pollutants Elimination Network (IPEN)
 Investigations by Samsung Show Irresponsible Chemicals Management and Pollution of Vietnam’s Environment

This report provides key insights into Viet Nam’s electronics industry by examining Samsung Electronics, the country’s dominant foreign investor.

It documents the company's irresponsible chemicals management, its failure to provide proper waste treatment and systemic coverups of pollution. The findings underscore the urgent need for due diligence, regulatory reform, and corporate accountability to protect workers, communities, and the environment.

As part of the “Global Development, Review and Update of NIPs under the Stockholm Convention on POPs” project, the Green Growth Knowledge Partnership (GGKP) is leading Component 4, focused on disseminating information, managing knowledge and coordinating with the Stockholm Convention Secretariat to provide accessible, integrated tools and resources for all Parties.

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