COVID-19 widens existing gender inequalities: ILO A new research brief by the International Labour Organization (ILO) in Việt Nam shows the COVID-19 pandemic has not only exacerbated existing inequalities but created new gender gaps.

There’s more to working life than money An 8-hour job in an air-conditioned room with stable income seem to be unappealing to many young Vietnamese who have chosen manual jobs like shipper or Grabbiker in order to have more freedom and better income.

More than 32 million workers impacted by pandemic in Việt Nam

Up to 69.2 per cent of people faced income reductions, 39.9 per cent had to cut working hours and take time off work, and about 14 per cent had to stop working altogether.

Workers in industrial zones face dual challenges amid pandemic Workers, especially in industrial zones, are encountering dual challenges amid the COVID-19 pandemic: keeping their job in uncertain times while continuing to demand that their rights and entitlements remain protected, the deputy head of Cooperation at the EU Delegation to Việt Nam said.

Eat With Your Family Day Draws Participation of Over 600 Organisations Amidst COVID-19 Eat With Your Family Day Draws Participation of Over 600 Organisations Amidst COVID-19

Recent research from Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong: Cardiovascular Risks in Bus Drivers in Hong Kong in Relation to Road Safety Recent research from Faculty of Medicine at the University of Hong Kong: Cardiovascular Risks in Bus Drivers in Hong Kong in Relation to Road Safety

Firms maintain production despite COVID-19's impact Eighty per cent of enterprises had maintained their business to the end of the third quarter of 2020 despite the second wave of COVID-19, though many had to implement salary reductions.

Pandemic a test of fire: business leaders The COVID-19 pandemic has been a test for Vietnamese businesses as many have been and will be struggling to recover for the foreseeable future. Those who emerge from the crisis will have proven their mettle by overcoming an unprecedented and difficult time, said business leaders.

Nearly 32 million Vietnamese workers “adversely impacted” by pandemic

Most industries impacted by COVID-19 pandemic have shown “signs of recovery” in the third quarter, with better job situation and workers’ income in this period compared to the second quarter but not as good as last year’s third quarter.

Health official calls for end to workplace drinking

Alcohol harm prevention content should be included in workplace regulations by banning drinking before and during working hours and driving vehicles, a top health official has said.