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Looming pressure on Vietnam's economic growth
Though results indicate a degree of recovery momentum in Q1 and March, ongoing global headwinds continue to pose concerns for Vietnam macro-economic situation.
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Southern Dong Nai province is to become a centrally-run city
This will be the 7th centrally-run city of Vietnam.
MoLISA proposes pension increase
Pensions, social insurance benefits, and monthly allowances may rise 12.5% from July 1.
Japan remains leading labor export destination
Vietnam sent 59,600 workers abroad in the first five months.
Rural startups to receive financial support for development
Startups will be given assistance in training, technology, and brand development.
Workers entitled to credit support to go to South Korea
Vietnam has sent more than 110,000 workers to South Korea under the Employment Permit System.
Toyota Vietnam Foundation helping build schools in remote areas in Bac Kan and Nghe An
Foundation looking to contribute to education and training around Vietnam.
Labor demand down in many sectors amid difficulties
Difficulties facing global economy forecast to continue.