Citizens aged 70 to under 75 from poor households and those aged 75 and above without pensions will receive 21 USD per month under new legislation.

From July 1 onwards, workers will have an additional option to participate in supplementary pension insurance so that they can enjoy a higher pension when they reach retirement age.

Vietnamese workers will receive a five-day break for April 30 and May 1, with compensation work scheduled for April 26.

Vietnam’s government has introduced new criteria to identify and assist low-income workers, offering support to those earning $118 or less per month in urban areas.

By December 2024, Vietnam’s average pension reached nearly 7 million VND (nearly $300) per month, surpassing the country’s per capita income, though disparities remain for many retirees.

Vietnamese workers can look forward to 22 days off in 2025, including 11 paid public holidays and an additional 11 days aligned with weekends.

Vietnam’s 2025 holiday calendar includes nine days off for Tet and extended breaks for Reunification Day, National Day, and the Hung Kings’ Commemoration.

The MoLISA suggested adding criteria to identify low-income workers under the National Target Programme for Sustainable Poverty Reduction for 2021-2025.

Experts say policies are needed to safeguard the rights of middle-aged female workers.

The National Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control has proposed the Prime Minister earmark US$208.3 million to support 30 provinces affected by disasters and help relocate households in disaster-prone areas.

Representatives at the workshop on expansion of maternity protection in VN said that the adjustment would connect social security policies with economic and employment policies, as well as child care services.

The Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA) has proposed the provision of support to people who pay social insurance premiums for less than 15 years and are not eligible for pension benefits.