Vietnam's 14th Labor Congress: Over 27.2 trillion dong allocated for worker welfare
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- Vietnam's General Confederation of Labour held its 14th Congress, with President Nguyễn Anh Tuấn highlighting significant achievements in supporting workers.
- Over 27.2 trillion Vietnamese dong was allocated to support laborers, and worker initiatives generated over 40 trillion dong in benefits from 2023-2026.
- The congress also addressed existing challenges, such as delays in worker representation and unmet targets for union membership, while setting goals for future development.
The 14th Congress of the General Confederation of Labour of Vietnam convened, with President Nguyễn Anh Tuấn delivering the opening speech. He highlighted the confederation's role in representing, caring for, and protecting the legal rights and interests of its members, noting new achievements during the 2023-2026 period.
The entire system has allocated over 27.2 trillion Vietnamese dong to care for workers.
During this period, the entire labor union system allocated over 27.2 trillion Vietnamese dong to support workers. Furthermore, worker-led initiatives and innovations generated more than 40 trillion dong in benefits, directly contributing to the development of businesses and the nation. These efforts were fueled by patriotic emulation movements that inspired workers' aspirations and creativity, resulting in over 380,000 practical applications of their ideas.
From early 2024 to May 2026, Vietnam saw the addition of over 2.2 million new union members and the establishment of more than 15,000 grassroots trade unions and associations. Notably, labor unions identified, nurtured, and recommended nearly 100,000 outstanding members for Communist Party membership.
The total value generated is over 40 trillion dong, directly contributing to the development of businesses and the country.
Tuấn acknowledged that these successes result from various factors, including the Party's leadership, state coordination, and the dedication of union officials and members. However, he also pointed out existing limitations, such as instances where worker representation and support were slow or ineffective, and targets for union membership growth were not met. The congress outlined goals for the 2026-2031 term, focusing on increasing membership, refining organizational structures, and enhancing operational efficiency.
From the beginning of 2024 to May 2026, the whole country has newly developed over 2.2 million members, establishing more than 15,000 basic trade unions and associations.
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Originally published by Tuổi Trẻ in Vietnamese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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