Vietnam Confirms 7.2% Regional Minimum Wage Hike Effective January 1, 2026
The Vietnamese government has officially approved a new decree mandating an average 7.2% increase in the regional minimum wage for employees working under labor contracts, effective January 1, 2026. This decision, formalized under Decree No. 293/2025/ND-CP, marks a significant adjustment aimed at balancing economic recovery, mitigating inflation, and ensuring a stable living standard for workers…

