International conference on climate change 2025 (VSCT-2025)

On the morning of December 18, 2025, the International Conference on Climate Change 2025 (VSCT-2025) was held at the University of Economics – University of Da Nang. The conference was co-organized by the University in collaboration with the Association of Vietnamese Scientists and Experts Global (AVSE Global) and Massey University (New Zealand).

In her opening remarks, Prof. Dr. Vo Thi Thuy Anh - Party Secretary and Chairwoman of the University Council, emphasized: “We are committed to promoting interdisciplinary research, encouraging international collaboration, and creating a space where scholars and practitioners can engage in constructive dialogue on climate-related economic and financial challenges. The organization of VSCT-2025 reflects this commitment and our belief that universities must play an active role in shaping solutions for society. Well-designed financial frameworks and institutions can mobilize resources, guide investment, and support innovation. Therefore, the discussions taking place at this conference, particularly those related to green finance and the role of international financial centers, are both timely and highly relevant".

Prof. Dr. Vo Thi Thuy Anh delivers the opening address at the Conference

Prof. Do Xuan Hung - Massey University (New Zealand) speaks at the Conference

Presentation of flowers and souvenirs to co-organizing partners

Prof. Nguyen Duc Khuong - President of AVSE Global and Prof. Dr. Le Van Huy – Rector of the University of Economics - UDN present flowers to the keynote speakers

A key highlight of VSCT-2025 was the Policy Roundtable on International Financial Centers, themed “International Financial Center for Effective Climate Transition.” This roundtable served as a multi-stakeholder dialogue platform, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and leading scholars. Discussions focused on the role of financial systems, regulatory frameworks, and innovative instruments in promoting sustainable growth and climate transition, while also offering practical policy recommendations for Vietnam and the region.

Policy Roundtable on International Financial Centers

VSCT-2025 served as an academic forum gathering researchers, experts, and policymakers to share research findings and discuss pressing and complex challenges related to climate change risks and environmental issues. The conference also explored solutions to mitigate climate impacts on macroeconomic and microeconomic policies, as well as energy transition policies. In addition, VSCT-2025 provided valuable opportunities for Vietnamese scholars to exchange research experiences and develop collaborative research projects with international colleagues.

At the plenary session, the conference featured presentations by two keynote speakers:

- Prof. Derek Bunn (London Business School, United Kingdom) with the topic “Resource Adequacy in the Low Carbon Electricity Markets.”

- Prof. Dayong Zhang (Southwestern University of Finance and Economics, China) with the topic “Climate Risks and Financial Stability”.

Prof. Derek Bunn presents his keynote speech

Delegates engage in discussions at the Conference

The conference included six parallel sessions with 33 presented papers, covering a wide range of topics such as: Behavioral finance/economics and its impact on climate transition; Marine economy; Carbon markets; Circular economy; Climate change mitigation and adaptation; Climate finance; Climate risk assessment and management; Climate transition and portfolio management; Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR); Energy and environmental issues; Energy markets and energy transition; Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), among others.

The Organizing Committee awarded the Best Paper Award to the outstanding research paper “Does Corporate Production of AI Innovation Create Value?” by Ali Ahmadi, Ambrus Kecskes, Roni Michaely, and Phuong-Anh Nguyen from York University, Schulich School of Business at York University, and the University of Hong Kong.

Best Paper Award presented to the authors of the outstanding research paper

Conference photos are available at:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/13FGEwHXBbJs1xvOXLeYkLDtB7lEI70km?usp=drive_link