Cooperation between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

This study focuses on the interaction between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) from 2015 to 2024. The relevance of the topic is discussed in the context of globalization and the strong commitment of ASEAN countries to the SDGs. Despite Vietnam's significant role in promoting the SDGs in the region, their implementation faces numerous challenges, particularly due to the differences in development levels among the countries in the region and global environmental issues. The subject of the research is the interaction between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in achieving the SDGs from 2015 to 2024, while the research object includes the directions, forms, and mechanisms of cooperation in their implementation. The aim of the study is to identify the specifics, analyze trends, and examine the issues of interaction between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in this area over the specified period. The study uses theories of international relations, in particular the neoliberal paradigm, to analyze the relationship between Vietnam and ASEAN in the process of implementing the SDGs. The novelty of the study lies in the systematization and in-depth analysis of the unique mechanisms of interaction between Vietnam and ASEAN in terms of implementing the SDGs, identifying the specifics of its role as a key actor in the context of heterogeneous regional development. The author seeks to substantiate new knowledge about Vietnam's contribution to overcoming climate and financial challenges through innovative initiatives that have not previously received a comprehensive study in the context of ASEAN activities. The conclusions of the study indicate that, despite the significant expansion of cooperation between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in implementing the SDGs, it still faces challenges such as development inequality and a lack of financial resources. Thus, the article presents a comprehensive overview of the cooperation between Vietnam and ASEAN countries in the implementation of the SDGs, emphasizing its importance for sustainable development in the region and globally.

SDGs, ASEAN, Vietnam, cooperation, poverty reduction, education, energy, infrastructure, gender equality, sustainable development