The main aim of this article is to analyse the necessity of transiting the Vietnamese economy towards to the circular economy. This paper will focus on analyzing the basic concepts of linear economy and its problems, the circular economy and the necessity of transiting the Vietnamese economy towards to the circular economy. Expected result: Confirming scientifically the necessity of shifting the Vietnamese economy towards the circular economy and recommending some policies to support this transiting process. | Shifting towards the circular economy: Some policies for Vietnam