The Better Work Vietnam programme in the apparel industry was launched in Hanoi on March 19, expanding its scope to the north and footwear sector of Vietnam.
Jointly organised by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, the programme aims to enhance the operation efficiency and competitiveness of export enterprises.
As part of the Better Work Global programme, it plays an important role in connecting the interests of the private sector and the observation of Vietnam ’s law and basic international labour standards through training services and assessments.
After proving its efficiency in the south, in the 2014-2019 period, the programme will expand to Hanoi and surrounding localities by giving support to businesses in both apparel and footwear industries.
Addressing the launching ceremony, Deputy Minister Pham Minh Huan said he expects the programme will help improve working conditions and create better and more stable jobs for Vietnamese labourers.
He praised the independence, professional operation and prestige of the programme as well as its partners.
Meanwhile, Gyorgy Sziraczki, Director of ILO in Vietnam , said the programme can assist Vietnam in maintaining and promoting its role as one of the hottest destinations for garment and textile customers.
Vietnam can make itself different in the international market based on not only low-cost labour but also on improved working conditions and productivity, he said.
Since its launch in 2009, the Better Work Vietnam programme has reached nearly 300,000 workers in more than 200 factories in the south, equivalent to one-fourth of the total apparel manufacturers in the country.
More than 50 international firms have also registered to join the programme.-VNA
Jointly organised by the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs, the programme aims to enhance the operation efficiency and competitiveness of export enterprises.
As part of the Better Work Global programme, it plays an important role in connecting the interests of the private sector and the observation of Vietnam ’s law and basic international labour standards through training services and assessments.
After proving its efficiency in the south, in the 2014-2019 period, the programme will expand to Hanoi and surrounding localities by giving support to businesses in both apparel and footwear industries.
Addressing the launching ceremony, Deputy Minister Pham Minh Huan said he expects the programme will help improve working conditions and create better and more stable jobs for Vietnamese labourers.
He praised the independence, professional operation and prestige of the programme as well as its partners.
Meanwhile, Gyorgy Sziraczki, Director of ILO in Vietnam , said the programme can assist Vietnam in maintaining and promoting its role as one of the hottest destinations for garment and textile customers.
Vietnam can make itself different in the international market based on not only low-cost labour but also on improved working conditions and productivity, he said.
Since its launch in 2009, the Better Work Vietnam programme has reached nearly 300,000 workers in more than 200 factories in the south, equivalent to one-fourth of the total apparel manufacturers in the country.
More than 50 international firms have also registered to join the programme.-VNA
