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Rights and Labour Resistance in Vietnam: Critical Studies of the Asia Pacific

Derek Cook

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Vietnam has undergone rapid economic growth in recent decades, becoming one of the fastest-growing economies in the world. This growth has been driven by a shift towards export-oriented manufacturing, which has led to a significant increase in the number of workers employed in the formal and informal sectors.

However, this economic growth has come at a cost. Workers in Vietnam face a wide range of labor rights violations, including low wages, long hours, unsafe working conditions, and lack of access to social protection. In addition, workers' rights to organize and bargain collectively are often restricted.

This book offers a comprehensive analysis of the current state of labor rights and resistance in Vietnam. It examines the various forms of labor exploitation and resistance that have emerged in the country's rapidly industrializing economy. The book also provides a critical assessment of the role of the state, trade unions, and NGOs in shaping the labor landscape in Vietnam.

Chapter 1: The State of Labor Rights in Vietnam

This chapter provides an overview of the current state of labor rights in Vietnam. It examines the legal framework for labor rights, as well as the implementation and enforcement of these laws. The chapter also discusses the various forms of labor exploitation that are common in Vietnam, such as low wages, long hours, unsafe working conditions, and lack of access to social protection.

Chapter 2: Labor Resistance in Vietnam

This chapter examines the various forms of labor resistance that have emerged in Vietnam in response to the widespread labor rights violations. The chapter discusses the role of trade unions, NGOs, and workers' organizations in organizing and mobilizing workers to demand their rights. The chapter also examines the various forms of resistance that workers have used, such as strikes, protests, and work stoppages.

Chapter 3: The Role of the State in Shaping the Labor Landscape in Vietnam

This chapter examines the role of the state in shaping the labor landscape in Vietnam. The chapter discusses the state's role in setting labor laws and regulations, as well as its role in enforcing these laws. The chapter also examines the state's role in suppressing labor resistance and protecting the interests of employers.

Chapter 4: The Role of Trade Unions in Shaping the Labor Landscape in Vietnam

This chapter examines the role of trade unions in shaping the labor landscape in Vietnam. The chapter discusses the history of trade unions in Vietnam, as well as their current role in representing workers' interests. The chapter also examines the challenges that trade unions face in organizing and mobilizing workers, as well as the ways in which they have responded to these challenges.

Chapter 5: The Role of NGOs in Shaping the Labor Landscape in Vietnam

This chapter examines the role of NGOs in shaping the labor landscape in Vietnam. The chapter discusses the history of NGOs in Vietnam, as well as their current role in providing support to workers and advocating for their rights. The chapter also examines the challenges that NGOs face in operating in Vietnam, as well as the ways in which they have responded to these challenges.

This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the current state of labor rights and resistance in Vietnam. It is also a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, and activists working on issues of labor rights and social justice.