Vietnam to Hold "Gender Equality Action Month" in 2026 Focusing on Economic Growth and Social Justice
Vietnam will observe the "Gender Equality Action Month" from November 15 to December 15, 2026, under the theme "Gender Equality in Labor and Production: A Driver of Economic Growth, Ensuring Progress and Social Justice." The government aims to reaffirm its political commitment to gender equality and highlight the role of both genders in economic development.
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