Hanoi, Aug. 20 -- Experts and foreign business leaders have expressed optimism that Vietnam's recent changes to visa and foreign labour policies will enhance the country's competitiveness and attract greater investment, while acknowledging that certain challenges remain.

Vietnam is entering a critical stage of development, particularly in digital transformation and innovation, which requires a stronger pool of high-quality human resources. However, progress in workforce improvement has been slow, with the proportion of workers holding degrees or certificates in the foreign direct investment (FDI) sector falling from 25.5% in 2021 to 21.7% in 2024.

To address labour shortages, the Government has recently introduced key measures, includin...