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Vietnam proposes extending health insurance subsidies for 1.3 million people
Vietnam's Ministry of Health is seeking to extend subsidies covering at least 70% of health insurance premiums for 1.3 million ethnic minority residents from November 1, preventing potential disruptions to healthcare coverage.
Hanoi clears 20 resolutions, defers two metro rail mechanisms
The 17th Hanoi People’s Council for 2026-2031 tenure approved 20 resolutions at its seventh meeting in Hanoi on October 28, including policies that directly affect residents and major investment projects.
Vietnam launches 2026 Month for the Poor campaign
Vietnam launched its 2026 Month for the Poor campaign in Hanoi on October 17, calling for greater support for disadvantaged communities and honoring organizations and individuals for their contributions to social welfare.
Vietnam to examine who pays social insurance for ride-hailing drivers
Vietnam's government will explore how digital platforms, workers and the state should share social insurance costs as part of a wider plan to extend protection to low-income and vulnerable groups.
Nearly 28,000 workers receive severance benefits under Gov't decree
As of June 30, about 29.8 trillion VND had been disbursed, including 7.6 trillion VND for people working at central agencies and 22.2 trillion VND for those at local governments.
