17/03/2025 08:00 AM

The Health Insurance (HI) policy is one of the key pillars of the social security system. With its profound humanitarian and practical significance, the HI policy has continuously been developed and improved, allowing all citizens, especially vulnerable groups, to access, participate in, and benefit from the advantages and humane values of this superior policy.

16/03/2025 08:55 AM

Vietnam is in a more favorable position today to advance welfare policies compared to Sweden in the past due to its economic growth, technological advancements, and global integration. While Sweden built its welfare state in the mid-20th century, Vietnam has the advantage of learning from existing welfare models, leveraging modern technology, and benefiting from global economic shifts.

14/03/2025 09:47 AM

In recent years, the benefits of health insurance for participants have been expanded both in terms of coverage and benefits enjoyment rates. The quality of health insurance medical examination and treatment has also been improved, granting citizens access to modern medical services, new and highly effective medications, helping many recover from illnesses.

13/03/2025 08:30 AM

The HCM City Department of Science and Technology, in collaboration with the Science and Technology Committee of the Vietnam National University-HCM City, held a conference on March 11 to discuss the implementation of Politburo Resolution 57 on science and technology development, innovation, and digital transformation.

13/03/2025 08:21 AM

With the growth in bilateral and multilateral international social security agreements, establishing secure data exchange mechanisms is crucial. The International Social Security Association (ISSA) is developing standards and supporting tools for this area.

12/03/2025 10:05 AM

In the morning of March 8, Vietnam Social Security (VSS) held an online conference to announce and implement Decision No. 391/QD-BTC dated February 26, 2025, issued by the Minister of Finance, defining the functions, tasks, powers, and organizational structure of Vietnam Social Security under the Ministry of Finance.

12/03/2025 10:05 AM

Social welfare rights for workers are essential in creating a balanced society. These rights ensure that workers are protected from economic hardships, exploitation, and unfair treatment while fostering a productive and stable workforce. Social welfare encompasses various benefits, including fair wages, safe working conditions, health care, unemployment insurance, and retirement benefits. By ensuring these rights, societies can promote economic security and social justice.

09/03/2025 08:10 AM

The number of people claiming unemployment benefits in HCM City declined by 18.5 per cent in the first two months compared to the same period last year, reflecting improvement of the labour market, according to statistics from the city’s Employment Service Centre.