09/03/2025 08:10 AM
Unemployment benefit claims decline in HCM City
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.
18/09/2024 08:25 AM
Hanoi to pilot public administrative service centre
Following a pilot programme in Ha Nam Province on November 21, Ha Noi launched its pilot programme with two groups of interconnected public services on November 22. These are ‘Birth registration – Residence registration – Health Insurance Card granting for children under six years old’; and ‘Death registration – Withdrawal of residence registration – Reimbursement of burial expenses’.
13/03/2025 08:30 AM
HCM City to allocate over $1.5b for science and technology development
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.
01/03/2025 10:30 AM
Việt Nam proposes extending maternity leave from six to seven months
The population authority also proposed creating conditions for women with two children who work at industrial parks, export processing zones and provinces and cities with low birth rates, to get support so that they are able to rent or to buy social housing.
18/02/2022 11:09 AM
Support from unemployment insurance fund helps employees stabilise their lives during the pandemic
According to Vietnam Social Security (VSS), to implement the Resolution No. 116/NQ-CP of the Government and Decision No 28/2021/QĐ-TTg of Prime Minister, from Oct 1st 2021, VSS has urgently and actively deployed policy on supporting employees and employers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic using the Unemployment Insurance Fund.
27/08/2023 03:50 PM
Belgian Queen impressed by Vietnam’s progress in child protection.
Hanoi, Vietnam – During her official visit to Vietnam, Queen Mathilde of Belgium expressed her admiration for the country’s significant progress in child protection and social welfare. As an active advocate for children’s rights and well-being, the Belgian Queen engaged with local communities, government officials, and international organizations to better understand Vietnam’s efforts in ensuring a safer and healthier environment for children.
28/08/2023 03:40 PM
Vietnamese exporters shift toward e-commerce.
Vietnamese exporters are rapidly shifting toward e-commerce as they seek to expand their global reach and adapt to changing market dynamics. With advancements in digital infrastructure, increasing internet penetration, and a growing preference for online transactions, Vietnam’s businesses are leveraging e-commerce platforms to enhance their competitiveness in the international market.
28/08/2023 03:30 PM
ILO Support for Ukraine’s Recovery: Rebuilding Job and Livelihood
Since the onset of the conflict in Ukraine, the International Labour Organization (ILO) has played a crucial role in supporting the country’s recovery efforts. The war has severely impacted Ukraine’s labor market, displacing millions of workers, disrupting industries, and straining social protection systems. The ILO has been actively working with the Ukrainian government, employers, and workers' organizations to facilitate job creation, restore social protection, and ensure decent work opportunities in the country’s reconstruction efforts.
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