The directive stresses the PM’s requirements for a joyful, healthy, safe, and economical celebration of the holiday, the longest and most important of its kind in Vietnam.

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Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh presents gifts to workers.

Accordingly, chairpersons of the centrally-run provincial and municipal people's committees have been tasked with directing the coordination between labor agencies and local labor unions, instructing relevant units and enterprises to proactively overcome difficulties and to provide a better care for employees. These include efforts for timely payment of salaries and bonuses in accordance with regulations and full compliance with social, health, and unemployment insurance policies.

The directive also highlights the timely disbursement of social welfare allowances for February to beneficiaries before February 3. There is a focus on reviewing and understanding the living conditions of policy beneficiaries, revolutionary contributors, and individuals facing difficulties, with the aim of providing appropriate and timely support.

Enhanced inspections and monitoring, meanwhile, have been called for to prevent accidents and domestic violence, especially those involving children and women. 

The document said it is necessary to pay attention to supporting workers experiencing a significant income reduction or job loss due to natural disasters, epidemics, or the contraction of businesses. Proactive measures are recommended to maintain the labor supply chain and promptly meet manpower needs by firms before and after Tet.

Additionally, there is an emphasis on the implementation of safety measures, labor hygiene, and fire prevention to ensure a safe working environment.

Other tasks have also been set for the Ministry of Labor, Invalids, and Social Affairs, the Vietnam Social Security and the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor, the Ministry of Information and Communications, and the Government’s Office.

Source: VNA