Vietnam Expands Crackdown On Free Expression

Vietnam’s government has increasingly cracked down on dissent, using Article 331 of its penal code to silence not only activists but also ordinary citizens who raise concerns about local officials, corruption, religious freedom, or poor public services. The law, vaguely defined as “infringing on state interests,” is being used to punish peaceful expression, particularly on [...]

China And Vietnam Prioritize Cross-Border Rail Projects Amid Economic Push

During Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Hanoi, China and Vietnam agreed to move forward with developing new cross-border railway links, focusing on infrastructure cooperation. They signed a deal for feasibility studies on two proposed lines: one connecting China’s Guangxi region to Hanoi and another from Shenzhen to Vietnam’s Haiphong port. These studies will cost [...]

Vietnam Labor Market: Youth Unemployment, And Income Disparities

Vietnam's labor market saw a slight increase in employment in the first quarter of 2025, with 84,400 more workers than the previous quarter but a decrease of 66,900 compared to the same period last year. The youth unemployment rate is 7.93%, with higher rates in rural areas (11.7%) compared to urban areas (8.2%). The total [...]

Vietnam’s Decree 147 Tightens Social Media Control

Vietnam's "Decree 147," implemented in December, strengthens government control over social media by requiring users to verify accounts with phone numbers or ID cards and mandating companies to store data locally. It forces social platforms to remove content deemed illegal within 24 hours and allows authorities access to search engines to identify problematic content. The [...]

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