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The Vietnamese Mission to the United Nations (UN) in New York on December 12 held a ceremony to announce Vietnam's re-election to the UN Human Rights Council for the 2026-2028 term.
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính reaffirmed Việt Nam’s steadfast commitment to protecting and promoting human rights through education during his keynote address at the National Conference on Human Rights Education in Hà Nội yesterday.
The Ministry of Labor is addressing wage policies and labor dispute mechanisms to support workers and ensure a stable labor environment.
Hanoi’s renovation of 17km of dikes along the Buoi and Day rivers aims to reduce flooding risks and improve living conditions for thousands of residents.
Hanoi plans to allocate VND 9.9 trillion annually as supplementary income for public officials, linking payouts to performance evaluations.
On October 1, Detention Centers No. 1 and No. 2, along with seven district-level temporary detention facilities under the Hanoi Police Department, held ceremonies to announce the 2024 Presidential Amnesty Decision.
A new health insurance law proposal includes coverage for home healthcare and family medicine services, expanding access and removing administrative barriers.
The 2024 Social Insurance Law creates new opportunities for informal workers, reducing the minimum contribution period for pensions to just 15 years.
In a proposal to amend the Employment Law, the Government suggested expanding unemployment insurance coverage to workers with contracts as short as one month, alongside flexible contribution rates for employers and employees.
The 2024 Social Insurance Law, effective July 1, 2025, reduces the minimum contribution period for pension eligibility from 20 to 15 years, offering more workers the opportunity to benefit from retirement income and free healthcare coverage.
Speaking at the National Assembly, Deputy Hoang Van Cuong criticized the lack of sufficient state funding for healthcare and education, stressing that true autonomy must not come at the expense of patients and students.
Lao Cai authorities aim to transform Nu Village into a safe, stable, and thriving community after the devastating flash floods.
The 2024 Social Insurance Law introduces new maternity benefits, including support for pregnancies ending prematurely and relaxed eligibility for women undergoing infertility treatment.
Over 200 participants attended the 2024 Human Rights Workshop in Gia Lai Province, discussing innovative approaches to human rights promotion amidst challenges posed by global and regional complexities.
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.
A nationwide workshop on human rights held in Binh Dinh highlighted Vietnam’s commitment to linking efforts between central and local levels, addressing challenges, and fostering collaboration to enhance human rights protections.
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.
The United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) has approved Vietnam's National Report under the fourth cycle of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR), with the country accepting a record 84.7% of recommendations.
Pham Thi No, Chief of Office of the Vinh Long Provincial People’s Committee, along with representatives from various provincial departments, hosted and worked with a delegation from the U.S. Consulate General during their visit to Vinh Long Province.
During the 57th UN Human Rights Council session, Vietnam joined global partners in championing human rights education, sharing insights on integrating these principles into school curricula.