Sustainable supply chain development in Vietnam in the context of COVID-19 pandemic: Recommendations and solutions
Published: July 30, 2026
Abstract
Over the past two decades, sustainable development and green economy approaches have been implemented in different fields including supply chain management. In developed countries, sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) have attracted attention both within academia and industry. The international and domestic supply chains are being disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic. This paper focuses on analyzing the current situation of the supply chain in Vietnam in the new normal period. Some recommendations and solutions are proposed to promote the sustainable supply chain development in Vietnam.
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