SEA-MaP

26/08/2026

📣 Opportunity Alert: The SEA-MaP Regional Project is seeking qualified training providers!

We are currently inviting price quotations for "𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁." This 1.5-day capacity-building initiative will be delivered in Jakarta, Indonesia (Sept/Oct 2026).

🗓 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝟯𝟬 𝗔𝘂𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟳:𝟬𝟬 𝗝𝗮𝗸𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 (𝗚𝗠𝗧+𝟳).

For further details, please visit the ASEAN Opportunities page here: https://asean.org/opportunities/sea-map-request-for-quotation-training-program-delivery-on-plastic-waste-management-and-project-management/

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25/08/2026

From 4–6 August 2026, the SEA-MaP Regional Project convened the Dissemination Event: Data and Metrics in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 🇲🇾, bringing together representatives from ASEAN Member States (AMS), the ASEAN Secretariat, and relevant stakeholders to strengthen regional knowledge exchange and capacity for plastic pollution assessment and monitoring.

We extend our appreciation to the Kementerian Sumber Asli dan Kelestarian Alam (NRES) (Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability of Malaysia) as Host of the event; the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines as ASEAN Working Group on Coastal and Marine Environment (AWGCME) Chair/SEA-MaP Project Steering Committee (PSC) Co-Chair; and PSC members, for their continued leadership and support in advancing regional cooperation on marine plastics.

The three-day hybrid event focused on two regional knowledge products: the Regional Baseline Report and the Guidebook on Common Methodologies for Assessment and Monitoring of Plastic Pollution. Together, they provide complementary guidance to support harmonized assessment and monitoring of plastic pollution across the plastics life cycle.

The event featured a High-Level Policy Forum, country exchanges, and technical training. Participants shared evidence needs and opportunities to enhance monitoring, while strengthening their capacity to apply common methodologies in their national contexts.

The event supports the implementation of the ASEAN Regional Action Plan for Combating Marine Debris and contributes to ASEAN’s broader efforts to advance plastics circularity.

Technical Support: UNOPS
Consulting Firms:

Stay tuned for more updates on our next events!

31/07/2026

On 15–16 July 2026, the SEA-MaP Regional Project convened the 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 (𝗥𝗧𝗣) 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 (𝗧𝗼𝗧) 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 in Singapore 🇸🇬, bringing together representatives from ASEAN Member States (AMS), The ASEAN Secretariat, academics and NGOs, to validate and pilot the RTP on Plastic Waste Management before its regional rollout.

SEA-MaP extends its appreciation to the National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore for hosting the Consultation, and the ASEAN Working Group on Coastal and Marine Environment (AWGCME) Chair, SEA-MaP Project Steering Committee (PSC) Co-Chair, and PSC members, for their continued leadership and support in advancing regional cooperation on marine plastics.

Over two days, participants:
♻️ Reviewed the RTP learning framework and seven-course package;
📚 Validated the proposed ToT approach;
💻 Pilot-tested selected MOOC modules and complementary learning materials; and
🤝 Discussed sustainability, dissemination, and integration of the RTP into the forthcoming Regional Platform for Knowledge and Partnerships (KPP).

The discussions generated valuable recommendations to strengthen the program's usability, relevance, and practicality across ASEAN, supporting the final refinement of the RTP.

The Regional Training Program is being developed under the SEA-MaP Regional Project to strengthen regional capacity on plastic waste management and support the implementation of the ASEAN Regional Action Plan (RAP) for Combating Marine Debris.

Consultants: UN-HABITAT and Asian Institute of Technology

Stay tuned for more updates!

29/07/2026

On 23 July 2026 - the second day of the study tour of the SEA-MaP Knowledge Exchange Program 2026 in Da Nang, Viet Nam, saw participants visit the Cu Lao Cham Islands, which has practiced zero-waste and plastic-free island management initiatives since 2009, as well as a Tai Sinh Recycling Workshop (Xưởng Tái Sinh ) in Da Nang, a local studio and educational space that exhibits various artworks, such as sculptures, bags, and hats that are made entirely of used plastics and waste materials ranging from detergent bottles to television scraps. The visits allowed participants further opportunity to observe local-level sustainability practices in action.

The site visit marks the final day of the Program in 2026. Our sincere thanks to host country Viet Nam, particularly the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment for the warm hospitality and support extended throughout the Program.

Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming events!



Asian Institute of Technology; Regional Resource Centre for Asia and the Pacific at AIT

29/07/2026

On 22 July 2026, participants of the SEA-MaP Knowledge Exchange Program 2026 embarked on the first day of the study tour in Da Nang, Viet Nam! The study tour commenced with a visit to the Vanh Khuyen Kindergarten (Trường Mầm Non Vành Khuyên) Son Tra Waste Transfer Facility, and Thanh Khe Ward District Office.

The respective sites showcased environmental awareness and protection efforts, as well as the adoption of circular approaches to plastic. During the field visits, participants learned and observed local community initiatives to plastic waste management, such as eco-friendly behaviours to reduce single-use plastics through waste segregation and recycling activities in residential neighborhoods and schools, as well as the use of technology and infrastructure to support the processing and transfer of municipal solid waste for further treatment.

Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming events!



Asian Institute of Technology; Regional Resource Centre for Asia and the Pacific at AIT

29/07/2026

On 20 July 2026, the SEA-MaP Regional Project kicked off delivery of the third iteration of the Knowledge Exchange Program (KEP) under the topic of “Advancing Circular Economy for Plastic Waste: System Innovation and Strategic Policy Approaches” in Da Nang, Viet Nam.

The KEP 2026 was held from 20 to 23 July 2026 with the first two days dedicated toward training sessions which covered discussions on the foundations on system mapping for plastic circularity, conceptual framing on policy instruments and policy mix, financing and incentive mechanisms, as well as data monitoring and scaling innovation, among others. The training also featured panel discussions to learn local perspectives in Viet Nam, as well as group exercises and country presentations that provided space for ASEAN participants to engage in a lively exchange of views regarding the implementation of plastic waste management and plastic reduction policies in their respective countries.

Our sincere appreciation goes to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MAE) Viet Nam Agency of Seas and Islands (VASI) and the Da Nang Department of Agriculture and Environment (DEA) as host country, and the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines as Chair of the ASEAN Working Group on Coastal and Marine Environment (AWGCME) and Co-Chair of the SEA-MaP Project Steering Committee for their continued support which enabled the KEP 2026 to be delivered successfully!

The Program in 2026 features an interactive two-day capacity building training and two-day study tour, which brought together representatives of the ASEAN Member States and the ASEAN Secretariat. Thanks to our partner consulting firm, the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)/Regional Resource Centre for Asia and the Pacific at AIT for supporting the organization of this event.

Stay tuned for more updates on our upcoming events!

24/07/2026

From 29–30 June 2026, the SEA-MaP Regional Project convened the 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 in Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩, bringing together ASEAN Member States, The ASEAN Secretariat, and regional partners to exchange knowledge, share national experiences, and strengthen regional cooperation on plastics circularity.

The two-day event showcased and provided technical training on three regional knowledge products:
♻️ Best Practice Manual for the Development of Minimum Standards and Technical Requirements for Plastic Packaging and Labelling;
♻️ Regional Guidebook on Standards for Responsible Plastic Waste Trade, Sorted Plastic Waste, and Recycled Plastics; and
♻️ Regional Guidebook on Phasing Out Single-Use Plastics

Participants exchanged national experiences and practical lessons on policy implementation including eco-labelling, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), responsible plastic waste trade, packaging standards, and packaging standards.

The event supports the ASEAN Regional Action Plan (RAP) for Combating Marine Debris and contributes to the ASEAN Blue Economy Framework, the ASEAN Blue Economy Implementation Plan for Sustainability and Prosperity (2026–2030), and the Framework for Circular Economy for the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC).

Stay tuned for more updates on our next events and learn more at: www.seamap-asean.org



Technical Support: UNOPS
Consulting Firms: , , , World Bank Group

17/07/2026

🚨 𝗥𝗘𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥: 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘 𝗢𝗡 𝟮𝟴 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

SEA-MaP is still accepting applications for the position of 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿, based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

📌 Read more and apply:https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SEA-MaP-Project-Officer-July-2026.pdf

📢 Please share this opportunity with your networks!

🔊 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗕𝗬 𝟮𝟴 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Southeast Asia Regional Program on Combating Marine Plastics (SEA-MaP) is hiring a 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 to join the SEA-MaP Project Management Unit (PMU) at the ASEAN Secretariat.

We are seeking a motivated professional with experience in environmental project management, stakeholder coordination, regional cooperation, and work related to marine plastic pollution, circular economy, and/or marine and coastal resilience in ASEAN.

📍 Duty Station: Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩

The successful candidate will support the implementation of SEA-MaP Regional Project—a World Bank-financed regional initiative that contributes to the implementation of the ASEAN Regional Action Plan for Combating Marine Debris.

📌 Read more and apply:https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SEA-MaP-Project-Officer-July-2026.pdf

📧 Apply now or share this opportunity with your networks!

14/07/2026

On 8 July 2026, the SEA-MaP Regional Project convened the 𝗚𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁-𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗶𝘀𝗺𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 in Singapore 🇸🇬.

Building on the outcomes of the First and Second Technical Consultation held in December 2025 and June 2026, the Consultation brought together representatives from ASEAN Member States (AMS), the ASEAN Secretariat, and observer participants from The World Bank Group to review, validate, and seek further inputs to the updated Regional Guidebook and accompanying communication products.

SEA-MaP extends its appreciation to the National Environment Agency (NEA) of Singapore for hosting the Consultation and to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) of the Philippines, ASEAN Working Group on Coastal and Marine Environment (AWGCME) Chair and SEA-MaP Project Steering Committee (PSC) Co-Chair, for their continued leadership and support in advancing regional cooperation on marine plastics.

Participants engaged in discussions on the practical applicability of the Guidebook, relevance of the financial mechanisms offered in the Guidebook, and opportunities to strengthen its usability across different ASEAN contexts.

Feedback from the Consultation will contribute to the refinement and finalization of the Regional Guidebook and communication products, supporting ASEAN Member States in strengthening sustainable plastic waste management and advancing the implementation of the ASEAN Regional Action Plan for Combating Marine Debris.

Stay tuned for more updates on our next events!

Technical Support: UNOPS (Regional Implementation Support Unit)

Consulting firm: KPMG Singapore

09/07/2026

🔊 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗟𝗬 𝗕𝗬 𝟮𝟴 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗬 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The Southeast Asia Regional Program on Combating Marine Plastics (SEA-MaP) is hiring a 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿 to join the SEA-MaP Project Management Unit (PMU) at the ASEAN Secretariat.

We are seeking a motivated professional with experience in environmental project management, stakeholder coordination, regional cooperation, and work related to marine plastic pollution, circular economy, and/or marine and coastal resilience in ASEAN.

📍 Duty Station: Jakarta, Indonesia 🇮🇩

The successful candidate will support the implementation of SEA-MaP Regional Project—a World Bank-financed regional initiative that contributes to the implementation of the ASEAN Regional Action Plan for Combating Marine Debris.

📌 Read more and apply:https://asean.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/SEA-MaP-Project-Officer-July-2026.pdf

📧 Apply now or share this opportunity with your networks!