By Nguyen Ayi
In a surprising turn of events, Vietnamese youth are celebrating their country’s recent ranking as the number one plastic waste contributor in the world. While many people might be concerned about the implications of such a dubious honor, Vietnamese youth are embracing it with open arms.
“We knew we were good at something,” said Hoang, a 22-year-old student from Hanoi. “It’s nice to finally be recognized for our hard work and dedication to polluting the environment.”
The youth of Vietnam have long been known for their competitive spirit, and now they have a new metric to track their success. While other countries may boast about their high literacy rates, low crime rates, or advanced healthcare systems, Vietnam’s youth are proud to lead the world in plastic waste.
“Sure, other countries may have better healthcare or education systems, but can they match us in terms of plastic waste?” asked Trang, a 19-year-old from Ho Chi Minh City. “I don’t think so.”
Some may argue that being the number one plastic waste contributor is nothing to be proud of, but Vietnamese youth see it as a sign of progress. After all, it takes a lot of effort to produce that much plastic waste. It’s a testament to the country’s ingenuity and work ethic.
“We’re not just throwing away plastic bottles and bags willy-nilly,” said Phuong, a 20-year-old from Da Nang. “We’re doing it with purpose and intention. It’s all about setting goals and achieving them.”
Despite the concerns of environmentalists and other countries, Vietnamese youth remain undeterred. They see plastic waste as a way to showcase their country’s strengths and to prove that they can compete with the best of them.
“We’re not just number one in plastic waste,” said Hoang. “We’re number one in spirit, too.”
As the rest of the world works to reduce plastic waste and protect the environment, Vietnamese youth will continue to set the bar high and strive for even greater achievements. Who knows what they’ll be number one in next? The sky’s the limit.
