Hanoi, Oct. 17 -- Vietnam is witnessing a drop in the birth rate, raising concerns over the workforce quality amid national development demand, according to the national survey results unveiled at a conference held in Hanoi on October 17. The survey, conducted by the Vietnam Academy of Social Sciences (VASS) and local authorities, provided scientific data for feedback on the draft Population Law and to guide Vietnam's human resources development strategy in the new phase. It was launched nationwide in August 2024, collecting electronic questionnaire data from 256,692 people aged 18 to 60. The findings not only capture the current state of Vietnam's population and workforce but also reveal distinct regional characteristics, enabling policy...