RESEARCH DISSEMINATION SEMINAR: EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE APPROACHES TO LIVELIHOODS AND EMPLOYMENT IN THE ENERGY TRANSITION
On 27 August 2026, the Vietnam CCG Network, in collaboration with the National Economics University (NEU) and the Mekong Development Research Institute (MDRI), organized a research dissemination seminar on equitable and inclusive approaches to livelihoods and employment in Viet Nam’s energy transition. The seminar brought together agencies and departments under the Ministry of Industry and […]
RESEARCH DISSEMINATION SEMINAR: Equitable and Inclusive Approaches to Livelihoods and Employment in the Energy Transition
A just and inclusive energy transition extends beyond technological advancement, power system transformation, and emissions reduction. It places people at the center of the transition, recognizing the importance of protecting workers’ livelihoods, addressing social and economic impacts, and strengthening the adaptive capacity and resilience of communities directly affected by the transition. On 27 August 2026, […]
The Da Nang High-Level Policy Dialogue 2026
On the morning of July 7th, The Da Nang High-Level Policy Dialogue 2026 which is the premier policy forum within Da Nang Business, Finance And Technology Week 2026 is opened. Under the overarching theme “New Growth Paradigm – Innovation – Global City”, it convenes a distinguished cadre of policymakers, world-renowned experts, investors and corporate visionaries […]
Public Services Under Vietnam’s Two-Tier Local Government: Insights from 4,932 Citizens
A joint research by the Ho Chi Minh National Academy of Politics — Mekong Development Research Institute (MDRI) — UNDP in Viet Nam, Q1/2026. Since 1 July 2025, Vietnam has been transitioning from a three-tier to a two-tier local government model, aiming to streamline the state apparatus, reduce intermediate layers, and devolve greater authority to […]
Report Launch: Multidimensional Inequality in Vietnam
On November 5, MDRI in collaboration with Oxfam Vietnam has successfully organized the launching workshop on “Multidimensional Inequality Framework (MIF) in Vietnam”. The workshop was attended by more than 50 participants from government agencies, international and domestic organizations, media press, universities, and research institutes. The panel discussion about inequalities in different aspects received much attention and […]
Monitoring households in Vietnam during COVID-19
COVID-19 has significantly affected many economies throughout the world, but there are some brighter signs in Vietnam. Declared as a epidemic in early February in Vietnam, effective health policies and early action have mitigated the impact of COVID-19 in Vietnam and the country has maintained low numbers of cumulative cases and deaths compared to other […]
Businesses In Viet Nam Are Looking For Creativity, Teamwork And Active Listenting Skills In Their Future Young Employees
HA NOI, VIETNAM, 9 October 2020 – Concerned with expanding education and building skills for future employment, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI), UNICEF and the Mekong Development Research Institute (MDRI) released today a report entitled “Assessment on Employability Skills Gaps and Good Practices by Businesses to Upskill Marginalized and Vulnerable Young People”. The […]
MDRI attended the Conference on Inequality and Exclusion in Southeast Asia
On July 25th, the Director of Mekong Development Research Institute (MDRI) has attended the Conference of ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute on Inequality and Exclusion in Southeast Asia. This conference presents eight Southeast Asian country cases. Each study provides an overview of inequality in income, wealth and opportunity, a discussion of salient features of inequality […]