VSS: Issuing the process for resolving and paying social insurance and unemployment insurance benefits.

On July 29, 2025, VSS issued Decision No. 2222/QĐ-BHXH on the promulgation of the procedures for resolving social insurance (SI) benefits and disbursing SI and unemployment insurance (UI) benefits. This aims to standardize operational processes and to ensure consistency in the implementation and to improveing service quality to maximize convenience for citizens and businesses.

Social protection for agricultural workers: Innovative practices in Europe

Experiences in Europe showcase innovative practices for the social protection of agricultural workers. These workers engage in challenging and demanding jobs, face specific risks and occupational hazards, and frequently live far from urban centres. Their workplace is often also their home, requiring them to work irregular hours without typical weekends or rest periods. Additionally, they experience significant health and safety risks due to the seasonal nature of farming. Therefore, to respond to their needs, this population frequently benefits from dedicated social security schemes.

Positive developments highlight Viet Nam’s labour market in early 2025

Viet Nam’s labour market in the first half of 2025 has shown several encouraging signs, according to the General Statistics Office under the Ministry of Finance.