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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh on January 14 urged the labour, invalids and social sector to take stronger determination in 2023 to complete its tasks, towards spreading the spirit of kindness; accelerating human resources development and promoting social progress and justice, and sustainable social development in line with the motto of “leaving no one behind”. Addressing a conference held by the Ministry of Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) to review the work of labour, people with meritorious services and social security in 2022 and sketch out tasks in 2023, the PM praised the ministry for its efforts and contributions to the socio-economic development achivements of the country. Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at the conference (Photo: VNA) He said that the sector must always adapt, innovate, and promptly propose mechanisms, policies related to institutions and coordination for better management. The leader highlighted that social … [Read more...] about More efforts needed to ensure social progress and justice: PM

Addressing a conference held by the Ministry of Ministry of Labor, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) to review the work of labor, people with meritorious services and social security in 2022 and sketch out tasks in 2023, the Prime Minister praised the ministry for its efforts and contributions to the socio-economic development achievements of the country. He said that the sector must always adapt, innovate, and promptly propose mechanisms, policies related to institutions and coordination for better management. The leader highlighted that social policies have been well performed and poverty reduction, child protection and care, and gender equality promotion carried out comprehensively and effectively. However, he also pointed out a number of shortcomings and limitations in the sector, and requested it to continue efforts to deal with them, stressing the ministry must perfect mechanisms and policies, thus creating a legal corridor and an open environment for people and … [Read more...] about More efforts needed to ensure social progress and justice: Prime Minister

Participants at the dialogue (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - The 16th Vietnam-US labour dialogue took place in Hanoi on November 16, gathering representatives from the Vietnamese Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA), the US Department of Labour, and the US Embassy in Vietnam. This marked the resumption of the annual labour dialogue between the two countries after being suspended since 2017. Addressing the event, MoLISA Deputy Minister Le Van Thanh said the dialogue’s resumption after years of hiatus has helped the two sides share information about labour as well as labour cooperation and propose solutions to promoting labour-employment and social security cooperation . Appreciating the technical and financial support with the US Department of Labour, Thanh said these activities have contributed to helping Vietnam to better its system of labour and social policies. It has also helped improve the effectiveness of their implementation, as well as … [Read more...] about Vietnam, US look to expand labour cooperation

In an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the new year, Ingrid Christensen, Director of ILO Country Office for Vietnam, remarked that the Vietnamese Government has made significant efforts to mitigate the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic within its national resources and context. “In parallel with the prevention and control of COVID-19, we are aware that in consultation with the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor (VGCL), Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), and the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA), the Government has extended various relief packages through different policies including on tax, capital, credit, and social security to retain jobs and to support businesses and workers,” Christensen said. She appreciated the support of the Vietnamese Government through the relief packages, citing for example adjustments in tax regimes for businesses, which has enabled enterprises to continue operations and retain workers in the … [Read more...] about ILO hails Vietnam’s efforts to mitigate negative impacts of COVID-19 pandemic

Priorities for Hanoi in 2023 include the execution of major transport projects, carrying out a decentralization scheme within the state apparatus, and allocating funds for investment in culture, health and education. In 2022, Hanoi met all 22 socio-economic targets, including a real GDP growth rate of 8.89%, highlighting the great efforts of the local government, businesses and citizens to overcome challenges and drive sustainable development. Hanoi from above. File photo After a challenging period caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the government adopted the approach of flexible and safe adaptation to the pandemic, finally laying the foundations for socio-economic recovery. Vietnam’s GDP growth in 2022 reached 8%, exceeding the target of 6-6.5% set by the National Assembly, and remained the highest in the region. Meanwhile, the country’s trade turnover surpassed the US$ 700 billion mark for the first time, and actual FDI disbursement was at a five-year high … [Read more...] about Hanoi maintains growth momentum for development

Ingrid Christensen , Director of ILO Country Office for Vietnam (Source: ILO) Hanoi (VNA) - With a policy putting humans at the centre and leaving no one behind, when the COVID-19 pandemic broke out in Vietnam, the Government has continuously made drastic instructions to support labourers with relief packages of largest-ever coverage, besides pandemic control measures. In an interview granted to Vietnam News Agency on the occasion of the new year, Ingrid Christensen, Director of ILO Country Office for Vietnam, remarked that the Vietnamese Government has made significant efforts to mitigate the negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic within its national resources and context. “In parallel with the prevention and control of COVID-19, we are aware that in consultation with the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour ( VGCL ), Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), and the Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA), the Government has extended various relief … [Read more...] about ILO hails Vietnam’s efforts to mitigate negative impacts of COVID-19 pandemic

At a workshop on promoting the sharing economy in Vietnam in the new context, hosted by the Central Institute of Economic Management in Hanoi on November 30. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Economic downturn has caused financial difficulties for people, forcing them to re-consider consumption-related issues. On that basis, the sharing economy made its way in the world and has been developing strongly with new forms. Stronger recovery thanks to the sharing economy On the market, new forms of employment have gradually appeared following the debut of the sharing economy, access economy, on-demand economy, cooperative economy and freelance economy. In addition, the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic triggered a “wave” of labourers moving from cities to rural areas and from formal to informal sectors, participating in the supply of services through websites and online apps. In that context, it was critical to raise appropriate solutions to promote the development of a … [Read more...] about Sharing economy creates growth engine for SMEs: Insiders

NA Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue presents gifts to social policy beneficiaries, poor households, and disadvantaged labourers and soldiers in Bat Xat district in the northern border province of Lao Cai. (Photo: VNA) Lao Cai (VNA) – Chairman of the National Assembly Vuong Dinh Hue on January 16 visited and presented gifts to social policy beneficiaries, poor households, and disadvantaged labourers and soldiers in Bat Xat district in the northern border province of Lao Cai, ahead of the Tet (Lunar New Year) festival - the most important and longest of Vietnamese in a year. The leader used this occasion to brief on the country’s economic development, state budget collection and external affairs, and recalled the official visit to China by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong from October 30 to November 1, 2022. Citing the joint statement issued during the Party chief’s visit, Chairman Hue said the document mentioned the acceleration of the opening of border gates and the … [Read more...] about NA Chairman pays pre-Tet visit to northern border province of Lao Cai

The leader used this occasion to brief on the country’s economic development, state budget collection and external affairs, and recalled the official visit to China by Party General Secretary Nguyen Phu Trong from October 30 to November 1, 2022. Citing the joint statement issued during the Party chief’s visit, Chairman Vuong Dinh Hue said the document mentioned the acceleration of the opening of border gates and the building of border infrastructure. The two sides also discussed the connection of a railway between Lao Cai station of Vietnam and Hekou North station of China, he added. The N.A. Chairman lauded Lao Cai’s contributions to the nation's achievements, saying its budget collection surpassed 10 trillion VND (426.65 million USD) last year, tripling the figure recorded 10 years ago and marking the highest amount so far. He also attributed Lao Cai’s achievements to contribution by armed forces in the locality, especially border guards who have overcome all difficulties to … [Read more...] about National Assembly Chairman pays pre-Tet visit to Northern border province of Lao Cai

In Quang Hoa district, PM Pham Minh Chinh presented 200 sets of Tet gifts to policy beneficiary families, people who rendered services to the nation, poor households as well as needy members of trade unions. Briefing local residents on the achievements that the country made in 2022, PM Pham Minh Chinh hailed contribution by Cao Bang in this overall success. He asked local authorities to better care for locals, especially the needy during Tet, ensuring a warm festival for all without leaving anyone behind. The PM reminded local authorities and residents to ensure safety during the festival, while continuing to implement their tasks in security - defense and economic development, building a shared border of peace, friendship, cooperation and development. He also extended New Year greetings to the Party Organization, administration and residents of Quang Hoa district. Visiting officers and soldiers of border guard post of Ta Lung border gate in Ta Lung townlet of Quang Hoa … [Read more...] about Prime Minister pays pre-Tet visit to Northern border Cao Bang province