Establishing 2 grassroots trade unions, Vinh Long develops 149 more union members

According to a report by the Vinh Long Provincial Labor Federation (LĐLĐ), from October 5-11, the whole province newly developed 149 union members, established 2 grassroots trade unions (CĐCS). Currently, the Provincial Labor Federation manages 670 grassroots trade unions and professional unions with 182,647 union members out of a total of 208,066 workers.

To continue to expand the Trade Union organization in enterprises, the Standing Committee of the Provincial Labor Federation has issued an official dispatch to the Party Committees and People's Committees of communes and wards in Ben Tre and Tra Vinh areas before the merger, requesting coordination in mobilizing union member development and establishing grassroots trade unions at enterprises without trade union organizations.

During the week, the Provincial Labor Federation guided the grassroots trade union of Hung Viet Furniture Import-Export Trading Production Co., Ltd. to organize the 1st Congress, term 2026 - 2030. To date, 10 grassroots trade unions have organized congresses, ensuring compliance with regulations.

The Provincial Labor Federation has advised on a working session between the Standing Committee of the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor and the Standing Committee of Vinh Long Provincial Party Committee. Agreed on the policy of establishing the Industrial Zone Trade Union, and at the same time proposed solutions to develop union members, establish grassroots trade unions and introduce outstanding union members to the Party for consideration and admission.

At the same time, the Provincial Labor Federation conducted a direct survey at 12 administrative agencies and non-business units to get opinions from officials, civil servants, and public employees on the termination of trade union activities at these units. Through the survey, the units basically agreed with the policy of re-establishing Trade Union organizations at administrative agencies and non-business units to receive 100% salary from the state budget.

In addition to developing the organization, grassroots trade unions continue to implement activities to care for union members. The Trade Union of Ty Xuan Co., Ltd. mobilized donations of more than 267 million VND to support 3 union members with dangerous diseases, promptly sharing difficulties with workers.

The Trade Union of Vinh Long Water Supply Joint Stock Company coordinated with the board of directors to organize birthday gifts for 62 union members and employees with a total budget of more than 65 million VND. These activities contribute to strengthening the connection between the Trade Union organization and employees.

In addition, the Provincial Labor Federation organized the 1st Excellent Safety and Hygiene Officer Contest in 2026 with 14 participating teams. The contest helps improve knowledge and skills in preventing work accidents and occupational diseases, contributing to building a safety culture at the workplace.

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