Measures sought to facilitate work permit, visa application for foreign labourers
Measures to remove obstacles in procedures in applying for work permits and visas for foreign labourers, especially those from the Republic of Korea (RoK), were discussed at an event in Ho Chi Minh City on November 10.
HCM City (VNA) – Measures to remove obstaclesin procedures in applying for work permits and visas for foreign labourers, especially those from theRepublic of Korea (RoK), were discussed at an event in Ho Chi Minh Cityon November 10.
Cao Thi Phi Van, Vice Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Investmentand Trade Promotion Centre (ITPC), said that since Vietnam and the RoK set up diplomatic relations in 1992, their partnership has grown fast andstrongly, especially in investment and trade.
She noted that RoK’s investment in Ho Chi Minh City hasrisen impressively recently despite impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic.
As of October 2022, the RoK had been the largest investor in thecity with 2,027 projects worth over 5.4 billion USD, accounting for 9.81% of the total FDI amount.
She noted that the local administration has provided great support to foreign enterprises, while improving its business environment to attract more investors.
Han Jae-jin, Vice President of the Korea Chamber of Business and Industry in the South &Middle of Vietnam (KOCHAM), highly valued the local administration’s efforts and its willingness to listen to and support businesses in dealing with their difficulties.
At the meeting, Korean firms suggested that immigration managementagencies of Vietnam allow them to use visa application serviceor designate reputable service companies to carry out the applicationprocess.
Nguyen Phan Hoa, deputy head of the Foreigner Management Division at the Vietnam Immigration Department in Ho Chi Minh City, said that the ImmigrationLaw of Vietnam stipulates that guaranteeing agencies, organisations andindividuals must directly submit dossiers at the Immigration Department. Ifthere are difficulties in preparing documents, businesses can contact consultingservices for assistance, he said.
Hoa also answered questions on what cases dossiers must besubmitted at the Immigration Division and what case at the Immigration Department, theextension of visas for processing work permit application.
Nguyen Van Lam, Vice Director of the HCM City Department of Labour, Invalidsand Social Affairs, said that the department is preparing to provide level-4online public services, allowing the issuance of work permits online, whichmeans people can submit their dossiers and receive response at home.
This will help limit problems arising during direct contactand enhancing transparency during the process, thus creating favourable conditions for businesses and investorsto invest in the city, he said./.
Tourism cooperation plays an important role in the Vietnam-Republic of Korea (RoK) strategic cooperative partnership, recording sound progress and achievements so far. Surviving negative impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the sector is now considered a promising field for the nations’ increasingly close and effective relations.
A special concert was held at the Ben Thanh Theatre, Ho Chi Minh City, on November 5 evening to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the diplomatic relations between Vietnam and the Republic of Korea (RoK).
Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son, in his visit to the Republic of Korea (RoK) in February this year, remarked that the relations between Vietnam and the ROK are currently at its best.
Vietnam has over 4.8 million people exposed to AO/dioxin, including hundreds of thousands in the second, third, and even fourth generations. Many live with severe disabilities, facing high medical costs and loss of earning capacity.
Deputy Foreign Minister Dang Hoang Giang reaffirmed that amnesty is a humanitarian policy of the Party and State, reflecting the Vietnamese tradition of compassion and winning attention and high praise both domestically and internationally.
Vietnam officially grants limited-term visa-free entry to high-profile foreigners whose presence is deemed beneficial to the country’s socio-economic development.
With support from the Vietnamese Association in Ufa, Vietnamese language classes for children have been offered for many years. Currently, 60 children of various ages are attending two classes taught by Duc Anh, free of charge.
Vietnam ranked among the top four countries and territories at the 2025 International Olympiad on Artificial Intelligence (IOAI), reaffirming its strong position in international academic competitions.
All 20 crew members aboard the Vietnamese oil tanker GT Unity were successfully rescued from a fire in the vessel’s engine room, thanks to the swift response of the Liberian-flagged ship Androusa and Vietnamese maritime rescue teams.
Describing Agent Orange as one of the most severe and enduring legacies of the war in Vietnam, Vietnam's former Honorary Consul to Belgium Joseph-Michel de Grand Ry warned that its impact – still affecting generations more than five decades later – could last another two to three decades.
Running from August 4 to September 2, under the hashtag #TuHaoVietNam, the campaign invites participants in two categories: “I Love My Country” video clips and “I Love My Country” check-in photos.
Decree No. 219/2025/ND-CP, which took effect on the issuance date, introduces amendments that integrate the procedure for reporting and explaining the demand for foreign workers into the process of submitting applications for work permits.
With a tight 13-month deadline, the move is under a strategic and urgent policy to bridge educational gaps, train the local workforce, and shore up territorial sovereignty in some of the country’s most remote areas.
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According to national technical regulations, AIS installation is mandatory for boats carrying more than 50 passengers. However, operators of smaller vessels (under 50 seats) in Ha Long Bay have voluntarily committed to completing installation by the deadline to enhance operational safety.
The activities include a Vietnamese language teaching training course for overseas Vietnamese teachers from August 13 to 28 in Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Thai Nguyen.
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The Ministry of Construction (MoC) plans to open to traffic 208km of expressways of six key projects by August 19, bringing the country’s total expressway network to 2,476km.
As of July 1, a two-tier local government model started in 34 provinces and cities, streamlining administration but creating a surplus of public properties. If not promptly addressed, these assets could become a financial burden.
Whether they grow up to become journalists, diplomats, or professionals in other fields, these children can one day become bridges of friendship and cooperation, telling new and inspiring stories of Vietnam – China relations, said Ambassador Pham Thanh Binh.
A 21-year-old Indian tourist was successfully resuscitated and treated by doctors at Hoan My Da Nang Hospital after a near-drowning incident left him in critical condition. After three days of intensive care, the man was discharged from the hospital and has since returned to India.
In an document issued on August 5, the PM emphasised the need to stablise living conditions for people hit by floods, landslides, and flash floods in late July and early August in northern and north-central provinces, especially Dien Bien, Son La, and Nghe An which suffered some of the worst damage.
Although millions of Vietnamese were affected by AO, only over 626,000 individuals, including war veterans and their children suffering from dioxin-related conditions, are currently receiving state benefits.
An overview of the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
