Vietnam, Israel begin negotiation over labour cooperation
Vietnam and Israel kicked off negotiation over a labour cooperation agreement with an online meeting on January 21.

At the meeting, both sides discussed technical issues to clarify their labour policies and regulations, as well as issues of priority and concern.

Israel has a high demand for migrant workers, particularly in agriculture, healthcare, construction and restaurants, among others, while Vietnam has an abundant supply of hardworking and educated workforce.

Vietnamese exports to the Mediterranean Sea country slight fell in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, Vietnam witnessed strong surge in its key exports like coffee, footwear, cashew nut, telephones and spare parts, seafood, and garment and textile./.