Hanoi, Feb. 6 -- Various measures have been adopted by both authorities and enterprises to ensure stability for the labour market and prevent manpower shortages in key economic regions after the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday, said the Ministry of Labour, Invalids and Social Affairs (MoLISA).

Speaking at the Government's regular press conference on February 5, MoLISA Deputy Minister Nguyen Van Hoi said more than 52 million people are participating in the labour market, playing an extremely important role in sustaining production and business activities of enterprises and the whole economy.

Previously, part of the workforce often extended their leave, switched jobs, or changed living places after Tet, leading to labour shortages at certain...