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.
According to the Central Committee of the Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRC), this year’s campaign provided long-term aid for 3,785 individuals and organisations. Support included houses, clean water systems, school meal facilities, books, and livelihood assistance, with a total value of more than 118 billion VND.
The programmes have brought about positive changes to rural infrastructure, comprehensively improved the material and spiritual lives of farmers, and contributed to Vietnam's economic restructuring, said PM Pham Minh Chinh.
The festival highlighted the contributions and robust development of Vietnam's revolutionary press over the past century while promoting press products and showcasing the creativity of Vietnamese journalists.
The programme on sustainable poverty reduction has achieved its annual targets for reducing the poverty rate as assigned by the National Assembly and the Government. It has fulfilled five specific objectives and five five-year goals, and met nine out of 12 indicators related to addressing basic social service shortages.
UNICEF stands ready to support the Government in implementing this important law and in continuing to invest in teachers as the cornerstone of a resilient, inclusive, and high-quality education system for all children.
PM Pham Minh Chinh highlighted how Vietnam's revolutionary press has continuously evolved and strengthened over the past century, affirming its role as a sharp and vital political, cultural, and ideological weapon serving the Fatherland and the people in the glorious revolutionary cause of the Party.
Vietnamese Consul General in Fukuoka Vu Chi Mai highlighted the growing demand for Vietnamese workers in Kyushu, especially in Fukuoka, Oita, and Saga prefectures. Currently, the region employs about 35,000 Vietnamese manual workers and over 5,000 IT engineers.
In Vietnam’s case, she said, President Ho Chi Minh demonstrated his strategic vision by founding the revolutionary press a century ago. The late leader understood the press's role not only as a means to reflect the country’s realities but also as a powerful tool to strengthen national unity and inspire the resistance wars and national construction process.
In recent interviews granted to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA)'s reporters in Mexico, prominent figures reflected on the press’s legacy and its global influence.
VietnamPlus e-newspaper of the VNA clinched an A prize in the “Outstanding Press Product” category for its immersive 3D multimedia project, “Epic of Reunification,” a groundbreaking blend of storytelling and technology. The VNA won another A prize for its eye-catching exhibition booth.
Today, the press for foreign service has evolved into a distinct, irreplaceable force, bridging Vietnam with the world and portraying a nation that is stable, peace-loving, and fully integrated into the international community.
At a review conference held on June 21, Deputy Minister of Construction Nguyen Van Sinh praised the province’s scientific, coordinated, and flexible approach. He noted that the early completion reflects the strong commitment of local authorities, the business community, philanthropists, and residents in improving housing conditions for disadvantaged groups.
The VNA delegation, led by General Director Vu Viet Trang, actively participated in the event, engaging in both professional and diplomatic activities.
In the context where AI dominates and produces vast volumes of content, the only sustainable path forward for journalism is to focus on high-quality content and core values. Journalism must redefine its mission - not to report the fastest, but to provide the most profound and trustworthy value.
Granma and the VNA have great potential for cooperation, especially in sharing content regularly, so that VNA products are published on Granma platforms and vice versa, thereby helping Cuban and Vietnamese people access true information and gain a deep understanding of each other's country and people.
During his stay in China’s Guangzhou city from 1924 to 1927 to prepare for the establishment of a Communist Party to lead Vietnam’s revolution, President Ho Chi Minh founded “Thanh nien” newspaper and released its first issue on June 21, 1925.
Vietnam and Cambodia are hoped to strengthen their robust collaboration across various sectors, particularly in resolving remaining border issues to transform the border area into a zone of peace, friendship, cooperation, and development.
The strategic product, managed and operated by the Vietnam News Agency Digital Media Centre (VNA Media), is an official channel for popularising the Party and State’s information and documents as well as delivering mainstream and trustworthy news to both domestic and international audiences through various kinds of multimedia formats.
Since President Ho Chi Minh founded Thanh Nien (Young People) newspaper in 1925, the Vietnamese revolutionary press has become the voice of the people. During the resistance war against the colonialists, journalists took great personal risks to inspire patriotism and the will of rising up against foreign invaders.
An overview of the meeting (Photo: VNA) 
