Can Tho creates jobs for more than 115,000 workers
Can Tho - In 2025, the city has created jobs for 115,084 workers. Of which, 2,377 people work abroad under contracts.
According to the report on the socio-economic situation in the fourth quarter and 2025 of Can Tho City Statistics, in 2025, the city has created jobs for 115,084 workers. Of which, 2,377 workers were sent to work abroad under contracts.
During the year, the city implemented job counseling, employment policies and vocational training for 22,557 people; introduced domestic and foreign jobs to 4,093 people; provided domestic and foreign workers to work abroad under contracts in the markets of Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Singapore and Germany.
The strong increase in the number of employed workers in the fourth quarter of 2025 is an extremely positive signal for the Can Tho economy. This not only shows recovery and growth but also shows the effectiveness in creating job opportunities, contributing to improving the quality of life and social stability in the city.
The labor market and employment in the fourth quarter of Can Tho City recorded positive changes. Specifically, the number of workers working in industrial parks has increased significantly, at the same time, the number of newly registered enterprises also tends to increase. However, there are still certain challenges, including fluctuations in the number of workers between different economic regions and notably a decline in newly registered investment capital.
In early 2026, the city's labor market tends to grow in recruitment demand from businesses, mainly focusing on unskilled labor and skilled labor. In particular, the labor market is expected to be very vibrant with many job opportunities in the fields of processing, manufacturing and construction. The service sector is also forecast to grow strongly, especially in sectors such as tourism, trade and supporting services.
In parallel with job creation, the city also focuses on developing high-quality human resources, focusing on attracting investment in industrial parks and key infrastructure projects. These efforts not only create many new jobs but also contribute to improving the overall labor productivity of the city.
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