Other Briefings
Vietnam Implements Gender Equality Strategy but Challenges Remain
Vietnam Briefing highlights the government’s recently implemented National Strategy on Gender Equality for the 2021-2030 period.
Foreign Employees Subject to Increased Social Insurance Rates from January 2022
Employers and foreign employees in Vietnam should plan for January 2022 when social insurance rates increase in line with the same rates as local staff.
Vietnam Issues Resolutions Supporting Employees, Employers Affected by Pandemic
Vietnam issued Resolutions on helping employees and employers affected by the pandemic. The support will make use of the unemployment insurance fund.
Vietnam’s Circular 6 on Social Insurance
Vietnam Briefing highlights Circular 6 on guiding and amending provisions related to social insurance. Circular 6 went into effect on September 1.
Foreign Employees and Work Permits in Vietnam
Vietnam eased some work permit requirements for foreign workers in Vietnam to help aid economic growth as Vietnam plans a gradual reopening of its economy.
Vietnam Issues Resolution Supporting Businesses Affected by COVID-19: Resolution 105
To aid with business recovery and economic growth, Vietnam issued Resolution 105 on helping businesses affected by the pandemic including easing restrictions for hiring foreign workers.
COVID-19: Transitioning Your Business for Remote Work in Vietnam
Vietnam Briefing offers practical advice on how businesses can mitigate the disruption to their work and operations by using remote tools.
Vietnam’s Entry Procedures for Foreign Employees amid the Pandemic
While Vietnam’s borders remain closed, it has allowed business professionals, skilled workers, and students to enter the country with special entry permits.
Vietnam Issues Support Package for Employers, Employees Hit by Fourth Wave: Resolution 68
Vietnam Briefing outlines a financial assistance package that has been issued by the government for businesses and employees affected by the fourth wave of COVID-19.
Vietnam Unveils Support for Vocational Training: Decision 17
Vietnam unveiled Decision 17, effective May 15, on vocational training support for employees participating in unemployment insurance.
