Vietnam responds to U.S. findings on forced labor

Vietnam has responded to the U.S. Trade Representative's (USTR) conclusion regarding forced labor, asserting that the finding does not accurately represent the situation or the country's diligent efforts to prevent and minimize forced labor.

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The conclusion of the investigation into forced labor practices by the U.S. Trade Representative's Office does not reflect the reality and Vietnam's efforts in preventing and minimizing forced labor.

At a press conference on June 4, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Pham Thu Hang stated that Vietnam strictly prohibits all forms of forced labor. She emphasized the nation's adherence to International Labour Organization regulations and its commitments under free trade agreements. This policy is enshrined in Vietnamese law and government action plans, ensuring its practical implementation.

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Vietnam's consistent policy is to prohibit all forms of forced labor, strictly adhering to the regulations of the International Labour Organization and free trade agreements.

Hang further noted that Vietnam has ratified international conventions related to labor rights and has provided comprehensive information to the U.S. during the investigation. Vietnam aims to engage in constructive dialogue with the U.S. to address any existing disagreements, grounded in bilateral and multilateral trade commitments, while safeguarding the legitimate interests of both workers and businesses.

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On that basis, Vietnam has, is, and will continue to exchange and work with the U.S. in a constructive spirit of cooperation to resolve existing disagreements, based on the bilateral and multilateral trade commitments of each party, striving to protect the legitimate interests of workers and businesses.