Business
Vietnam considers phased mandatory social insurance for business owners
From July 1, 2025, owners of registered household businesses paying taxes using the declaration method will participate in mandatory social insurance.
Business
South Korean investor successfully eliminates coal at Vietnam factory
The transition from coal to biomass boilers was finalized on January 15, 2025
Society
Gov't urges early opening of second facilities of Bach Mai, Viet Duc hospitals by Nov 30
These projects must be urgently put into use to enhance healthcare services, prevent waste, reduce hospital overcrowding.
New criteria for identifying low-income workers issued
Under a government decree, a low-income worker is defined as an individual with an average monthly income of VND2.25 million ($88.27) in rural areas and VND3 million ($117.7) in urban areas.
Vietnam aims to support 1,200 elderly entrepreneurs by 2030
By 2030, the goal is to have 50% of elderly people proficient in basic digital skills, including online public services, online shopping, online payments, cybersecurity.
Quang Nam aims to lead Vietnam in green growth
Under the theme "Living in Harmony with Nature," the National Biodiversity Recovery Year - Quang Nam 2024 featured more than 40 unique events and activities.
Japan grants over $630,000 to support bomb clearance and classroom construction in Vietnam
This new grant will not only contribute to ensuring safety and improving education quality but also support localities in achieving sustainable development goals.
Vietnam to develop networks of outstanding training centers to provide talents in technology 4.0 by 2030.
At least two or three networks of such centers will be formed in the northern, central, and southern regions of the country to provide talents in the fields of Artificial Intelligence, semiconductor industry, and biotechnology.
Over 100,000 workers to be employed in Q1
The sector with the highest demand for recruitment is trade and services.