Event: Environment and Nature Learning Week 2025 Aligning Circular Economy Goals and International Commitments 08 October 2025 Author / Speaker Roger Joseph (Rocky) Guzman View File The presentation discussed how ADB could align circular economy (CE) goals with international commitments such as the Paris Agreement, Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, and upcoming Global Plastics Treaty. It outlined the rationale for integrating CE into treaty implementation, proposed frameworks and regional action plans, and highlighted strategies for mainstreaming CE in ADB operations through policy reforms, financing, capacity building, and private sector engagement. The session emphasized embedding CE in country partnership strategies, leveraging multilateral agreements, and scaling investments in circular solutions to support compliance and long-term sustainability. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Download Topics Environment