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Social insurance debt put at US$582 million

 VietNamNet Bridge – The nation reported more than VND13 trillion in total social insurance debt as of the end of September as many employers had evaded paying social insurance premiums for their staff.

National trade unions vow to boost reforms

 VietNamNet Bridge – Trade unions of Viet Nam will constantly boost comprehensive reforms to confirm their role in the protection of workers’ and labourers’ rights, as Viet Nam strives to enhance its international integration,

President Obama insists on freedom of navigation in East Sea

 VietNamNet Bridge – The U.S. is not a claimant in territorial disputes in the East Sea but will stand close with partners to ensure freedom of navigation (FON) and overflight in the region, U.S.

Firms lax on social insurance

 VietNamNet Bridge – Up to half of the 300,000 businesses currently operating failed to pay social insurance premiums for their workers, according to the Viet Nam Social Insurance Collection Board.