Vietnamese Leader Addresses Worker Living Conditions

General Secretary and State President To Lam visited and met with workers in Hai Minh city. The visit occurred during celebrations for the 50th anniversary of national reunification on April 30 and International Workers' Day on May 1. To Lam described workers as a productive force contributing to the country's economic development. Vietnam currently has over 17 million workers, including nearly 4 million in industrial and export processing zones. General Secretary Ton Lam addressed the specific living conditions of workers and their families during a meeting. The discussion highlighted that a lack of cultural, medical, and educational institutions is impacting labor capacity and worker confidence. Addressing these issues is necessary to meet sustainable development goals, according to the report. The source noted that these challenges could act as a drag on growth if not fundamentally resolved. Policies should aim for wage levels that approach minimum living standards and support sustainable income growth through skill development. The leader called for the synchronized development of infrastructure for workers, including nurseries, schools, medical facilities, and cultural spaces. The goal is to transform industrial zones into livable environments rather than just production sites.