India to Host the 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum in Jaipur
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 12th Regional 3R and Circular Economy Forum |
| Host Country | India |
| Venue | Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur |
| Dates | 3-5 March 2025 |
| Theme | "Realising Circular Societies Towards Achieving SDGs and Carbon Neutrality in Asia Pacific" |
| Objective | Promote 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) and circular economy in the Asia-Pacific region; provide policy inputs; exchange best practices; support progress towards SDGs and carbon neutrality |
| India's Role | India's 'India Pavilion' will showcase achievements in 3R and Circular Economy; previously hosted the forum in Indore, Madhya Pradesh (2018) |
| Outcome | Adoption of the 'Jaipur Declaration' to promote a resource-efficient, circular economy in Asia-Pacific; builds on the Hanoi Declaration (2013-23) |
| Forum Background | Launched in 2009 by the United Nations Centre for Regional Development (UNCRD); promotes sustainable development; provides policy strategies for 3R and circularity; shares best practices in the Asia-Pacific region |