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media attention. Three interviewees mentioned their involvement in workshops and

research activities related to green finance, which allowed them to deepen their

understanding.

“I have participated in a number of training courses on green energy and green credit

organized by the State Bank of Vietnam in conjunction with Germany’s Commerzbank

and GIZ, and training courses on green finance and green credit for commercial banks
organized by the State Bank of Vietnam and other financial institutions, organized by

FIC. In addition, I am involved in a ministry level project on the circular finance

development in Vietnam.”

One research student asserted possessing advanced knowledge of green finance due to
her ongoing doctoral research. However, she had not yet participated in any formal

training programs:

“I believe I have knowledge and skills related to sustainable development and finance,

green finance, and green financial tools at a high level because I am researching this
topic for the Doctor’s program, as well as have been participating in projects at

ministerial and state levels related to this topic. The knowledge I have is based on the

process of self-research and knowledge exchange with other researchers. I have not

participated in any official training programs yet.”

Regarding the research focus of the educators and researchers interviewed, common

themes included green financial instruments (such as green bonds, carbon markets, and

climate finance), green banking, and corporate sustainability.

All interviewees unanimously affirmed the pivotal role of green finance in addressing
sustainability-related challenges. They emphasized that green finance plays an essential

role by providing funding for sustainable development projects, making it indispensable

for achieving sustainability objectives. Furthermore, they noted that green finance is

becoming an increasingly prominent trend in the business world, signifying a shift from

traditional business models to sustainable and socially responsible practices. Integrating

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