Publications
2018
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Risks and rewards: Outcomes of labour migration in South-East Asia - Key findings in Viet Nam
30 May 2018
The survey was conducted jointly by the ILO’s TRIANGLE in ASEAN programme and the International Organization for Migration’s (IOM) ‘Poverty Reduction through Safe Migration, Skills Development and Enhanced Job Placement project’ (PROMISE), working in partnership with the management consulting firm Rapid Asia.
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Industrial revolution (IR) 4.0 in Viet Nam: What does it mean for the labour market?
30 May 2018
The policy brief introduces some of the opportunities and challenges for the world of work in Viet Nam where rapid technology innovation and adoption at the workplace are diffusing faster than ever before.
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Decent work country programme for 2017-2021
24 May 2018
This is the third decent work country programme between the ILO and tripartite constituents (the Government, the workers' and employers' organizations) to address the decent work challenges with an aim to assuring all Vietnamese women and men opportunities for work that is productive and delivers a fair income; security in the workplace and social protection for families; better prospects for personal development and social integration and freedom for people to express their concerns, organize and participate in decisions that affect their lives.
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Labour Research Contest 2018: Frequently asked questions
24 May 2018
If you need clarification about the Labour Research Contest 2018, please view our frequently asked questions below. For other questions, please send to han_contest@ilo.org for immediate response.
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Improving the Representative Role of Trade Unions and Employers in the New Industrial Relation Framework (NIRF/Japan Project) brochure
23 May 2018
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Report on media assessment of mass communication about child labour
22 May 2018
As part of its awareness raising component, ENHANCE is planning to implement a mass media awareness campaign, addressing the general public both at a national level and in the three selected project areas - Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and An Giang. The assessment examines how the issue of child labour is represented in the Vietnamese mass media, and makes recommendations for how public awareness could be raised to gain public attention onto the issue. The overall aim is to identify features and goals for ENHANCE project’s upcoming mass media awareness campaign.
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Wage policy reforms in non-State sector
11 May 2018
The policy brief highlights the importance of improving minimum wage fixing and strengthening collective bargaining in non-State sector in Viet Nam.
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The ILO MNE Declaration: What’s in it for Workers?
01 May 2018
The ILO Tripartite Declaration of Principles Concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social Policy (MNE Declaration) was negotiated and adopted by governments, employers and workers in 1977. It is the only ILO instrument that provides direct guidance on how companies can contribute to the realization of decent work for all and highlights the central role of freedom of association and collective bargaining as well as industrial relations and social dialogue.
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Building a culture of occupational safety and health in Viet Nam
26 April 2018
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Call for application Labour research contest
24 April 2018
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Labour research contest brochure
24 April 2018
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Labour and Social Trends in Viet Nam 2012-2017
19 April 2018
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Technical advice on discrimination: Definition and prohibited grounds of discrimination
01 April 2018
This note covers one of the issues being considered as part of the Vietnamese Labour Code 2012 reforms: the definition of discrimination, and prohibited grounds of discrimination.
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Technical advice on the definition of the employment relationship
01 April 2018
This note covers one of the issues being considered as part of the Vietnamese Labour Code 2012 reforms: the definition of the employment relationship.
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Industrial relations in emerging economies: The quest for inclusive development
15 March 2018
This work examines industrial and employment relations in the emerging economies of Brazil, China, India, South Africa and Turkey while assessing the contribution of industrial relations to inclusive development.
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World Employment and Social Outlook: Trends for Women 2018 – Global snapshot
08 March 2018
The past 20 years have witnessed some progress for women in the world of work and in terms of gender equality in society. This report looks at the progress (or lack thereof) made during the past decade and assesses women’s labour market prospects.
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Stitching a Future: Stories of Hope and Success in Viet Nam’s Garment Industry
22 February 2018
Bringing together a range of personal stories from workers from across Viet Nam, this Photo Diary offers a unique insight into the lives and experiences of those employed in the garment industry today.
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Labouring under false assumptions? Exploring the rifts between international standards and cultural values in Vietnam's Labour Code reform
19 February 2018
Research paper to contribute to the discussions at a regional ‘Women and the Future of Work in the Asia-Pacific’ Conference to be held in Bangkok, Thailand from 31 January – 1 February 2018.
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More and Better Jobs through Socially Responsible Labour and Business Practices in the Electronics Sector of Viet Nam
13 February 2018
This report seeks to contribute to the question of how enterprises can generate more and better jobs through socially responsible labour and business practices in the Vietnamese electronics sector, taking into account the evolving transnational production system as Viet Nam is further integrated in the global economy. Electronics has become the largest export-oriented industry in Viet Nam and is primarily led by major multinational enterprises (MNEs) producing in Viet Nam.
2017
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Trade Union Action on Decent Work for Persons with Disabilities
03 December 2017
Trade unions are working all over the world on disability issues. This research captures and summarises trade union action on disability from over 50 countries, including developed, emerging and developing economies. The research offers a new perspective to trade unions who have not worked on this issue, and points to opportunities for others to develop their work further.