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Voluntary social insurance to include maternity benefits in new draft law

Proposed amendments to Vietnam’s Social Insurance Law include adding maternity benefits to voluntary social insurance, aiming to attract more participants.

Binh Duong bolsters coordination to strengthen human rights protections

At the mid-year review, officials highlighted Binh Duong’s socio-economic achievements and outlined strategies to advance human rights protections.

President: Vietnam’s development focuses on people as the core driving force

President To Lam emphasized Vietnam’s people-centered approach to sustainable development during a meeting with the EU’s Vice President Josep Borrell.ial visit to Vietnam from July 29–31.

National amnesty offers inmates a chance to reintegrate into society

At the 2024 Amnesty Ceremony in Thanh Hoa, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Do Hung Viet urged pardoned inmates to leave behind their past mistakes and seize the opportunity to become valuable members of society.

Strengthening human rights efforts: Nghe An hosts 2024 training conference

Nghe An’s Human Rights Steering Committee hosted a 2024 workshop, highlighting achievements, challenges, and strategic approaches to protect and promote human rights amid global complexities.

6% increase in regional minimum wages effective July 2024

The Ministry of Labor is addressing wage policies and labor dispute mechanisms to support workers and ensure a stable labor environment.

A call to scrap Vietnam's tangled investment approval system

Cumbersome processes and administrative gridlock have blocked USD 235 billion worth of investment projects across Vietnam.

PM orders overhaul to improve business environment

The dispatch further highlights the need for comprehensive measures to enhance governance capacity, accelerate socio-economic progress, and improve the investment and business landscape.

Cutting administrative procedures to facilitate businesses’ operations

To create an attractive business environment, at least 30% of the time and costs for administrative procedures must be cut, and unnecessary business conditions removed, as directed by Party General Secretary To Lam.