Burden balancing ahead for firms in minimum wage shift

Burden balancing ahead for firms in minimum wage shift

Anew regional minimum wage scheme to take effect from July 2024 may place pressure on both domestic and foreign employers, while simultaneously helping to ease financial strife for local workers.
Employers lean into corporate reputation

Employers lean into corporate reputation

Hundreds of employers in Vietnam were last week praised for their achievements in terms of job generation, employee welfare, and business results.
Simplified permit process set to benefit foreign employers

Simplified permit process set to benefit foreign employers

The process of attaining a work permit in Vietnam could be simplified through a draft decree.
Employers seek time for pay-rise change

Employers seek time for pay-rise change

The National Wage Council’s proposal for a rise in monthly regional minimum wages has been frowned upon by business associations who are asking for more time before any change comes into effect.
Advanced labour code dismaying foreign employers

Advanced labour code dismaying foreign employers

The fresh Labour Code is burdening foreign employers in Vietnam with new insurance payments for part-time employees.