Publications

This research paper analyzes current challenges of Vietnam's social security system. It highlights ways in which socio-political organizations can further strengthen policy implementation and provide mutual aid.

This analysis presents an overview of Vietnam's poverty reduction and elderly protection policies. The authors discuss recent achievements and formulate recommendations for future policy development.

Vietnamese women are increasingly working in private households abroad. While wages are comparably high, the workers' rights are frequently violated. This study highlights the challenges Vietnamese domestic workers face in Taiwan and Saudi Arabia.

This overview offers a critical perspective on the scale and range of large-scale investments across the Mekong region and how these investments privilege large investors over local populations and public interest.

Vietnam has experienced rapid socio-economic development. Yet, new challenges and vulnerabilities are emerging. Vu Ngoc Binh highlights opportunities for political assistance and intervention.

During the 20th century, female gender roles in Vietnam have undergone dramatic transformations. From confucian influences, socialist role models to a conservative rollback, the societal role of women remains contentious.

This report takes a closer look at the five iterations of Vietnam's Constitution since 1946. The underlying policy goals and developmental models provide insights on Vietnam's political landscape following the reform of 2013.

This paper presents the labor conditions of Vietnamese domestic workers. It also analyzes relevant legislative policies in order to highlight shortcomings and formulate recommendations to improve their situation.

In his working paper the author Volker Bellgart argues that company self-commitments could improve working conditions in Vietnam by empowering the Vietnam General Confederation of Labour