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Achieving the circular economy across South and Southeast Asia

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28 August 2026

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regulatory

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Other

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Asia-Pacific

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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

South and Southeast Asian governments are implementing and strengthening regulations such as Extended Producer Responsibility and import restrictions to address packaging waste and promote circular economy principles, though enforcement varies widely across the region.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Other.

◆ The Wire takeaway

Governments in South and Southeast Asia are ramping up packaging waste regulations, forcing producers to redesign for recyclability and align with local compliance. You need to adapt your supply chain and product design now to avoid penalties and win in these emerging markets.

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1 source · 28 Aug 2026

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