AEON in Top 3 Sustainable Enterprises in Trade

The Announcement Ceremony of Sustainable Enterprises in Vietnam is a prestigious annual event, held to honor the Top 100 sustainable enterprises nationwide - units that excel in implementing sustainable development principles into business operations.

The program is organized by the Vietnam Confederation of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) in coordination with the Vietnam Business Council for Sustainable Development (VBCSD-VCCI), the Central Economic Committee, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment , the Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs, and the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, with technical support from Deloitte Vietnam.

This is not only a prestigious award to recognize the efforts of the Vietnamese business community in the economic , environmental and social fields, but also an opportunity to promote sustainable development strategies to spread strongly in industries and fields.

With the results just announced, AEON Vietnam is proud to be ranked for the second consecutive time in the Top 3 sustainable development enterprises in the field of Trade - Services and in the Top 100 sustainable development enterprises nationwide at CSI 2024. This achievement comes from AEON Vietnam's continuous improvement in corporate governance efficiency, implementation of environmental protection initiatives, and strengthening its commitment to community development.

In particular, AEON Vietnam is highly appreciated in terms of social labor, with effective human resource policies, an ideal working environment and a sustainable corporate culture. These efforts are the company's commitment to harmonizing economic, environmental and social factors, contributing to promoting sustainable development in Vietnam.

AEON Vietnam General Director received the title of Top 3 sustainable enterprises - Trade and Services sector.

Sustainable business is linked to environmental and social responsibility.

AEON Vietnam's sustainable development strategy is built on three main pillars: economy, environment and society, creating a solid foundation for the journey to accompany the development of Vietnam. These three pillars are not only the guiding principle for all activities for the sustainable development goals of AEON Vietnam but also demonstrate the company's commitment to contributing to the sustainable development of the community.

In the economic field, AEON Vietnam actively cooperates with local suppliers, not only expanding the market for Vietnamese products but also developing private label product lines, thereby enhancing supply chain capacity and contributing to long-term economic growth.

With the environmental pillar, AEON Vietnam aims to apply the circular economy model and minimize negative impacts from business activities. These efforts are recognized through prestigious awards for energy saving and efficiency at AEON shopping centers, especially AEON Tan Phu and AEON Binh Tan.

AEON Vietnam is constantly implementing initiatives to promote sustainable consumption, starting with changes in operations to optimize resources and minimize environmental impacts. “As a retailer, AEON Vietnam always encourages customers and employees to change their behavior as well as proactively change operations to contribute to promoting green consumption.

"We focus on minimizing our environmental impact by optimizing energy use, minimizing plastic waste and food waste, and developing quality and environmentally friendly private label products," said Ms. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Hue - Director of Sustainable Development and External Relations, AEON Vietnam.

In addition, as a bridge between manufacturers and consumers, AEON Vietnam is committed to accompanying the community on the journey towards green growth and environmental protection. With the message that every customer transaction “Every penny counts,” the company not only promotes responsible consumption habits but also affirms its determination to work with stakeholders to build a sustainable future for Vietnam.

AEON Vietnam aims for 80% of transactions to be plastic bag-free.

AEON identifies Vietnam as its second key market after Japan in its strategy to increase global investment, while continuously expanding and developing new business models nationwide. This vision not only brings many career opportunities for external candidates but also opens up a clear and sustainable career path for internal talent.

AEON Vietnam focuses on three core values: Sustainable career development, Sustainable working culture and Sustainable business development, in which human resource development is always considered a core factor in long-term growth strategy.

This strategy aims to accompany employees, helping them take control of their career development journey in a sustainable working environment, at a business that promotes social responsibility.

AEON pays special attention to training, improving the capacity and value of its staff, considering this the greatest benefit for AEON People. In addition, the company also focuses on nurturing and developing local human resources, especially successor leaders, building a strong team to maintain its competitive position.

In 2024, AEON continued to make its mark with many prestigious awards such as leading the "Best Workplace in Vietnam Retail Industry" for 2 consecutive years, being in the Top "Best Workplace in Asia" for 6 consecutive years, and being honored as an enterprise with a diverse, fair, and inclusive working environment by HR Asia.

Notably, internationally, AEON Vietnam was awarded the ICF Coaching Impact 2024 award from the International Coaching Federation, demonstrating its strong commitment to developing high-quality human resources and building a sustainable corporate culture.

AEON Vietnam has been honored as "Best Workplace in Vietnam" in the retail industry for two consecutive years.

The Top 3 Sustainable Trade - Service Enterprises Award is not only a recognition of AEON Vietnam's persistent efforts in the journey of sustainable development but also a solid foundation for the business to aim for higher goals.

With a pioneering position, AEON is committed to spreading the spirit of sustainable development to partners and the community, creating motivation to build a business ecosystem that harmonizes economic benefits, environmental protection and promoting social progress.

Accordingly, AEON Vietnam will continue to innovate and implement practical initiatives, actively contributing to Vietnam's sustainable development goals, from reducing carbon emissions, applying circular economy, to promoting healthy and fair lifestyles in society.