Decree No. 10/2012/L-CTN On the promulgation of the Trade Union Law

Decree No. 10/2012/L-CTN promulgates the Trade Union Law, which was adopted by the National Assembly on June 20, 2012. This Law stipulates the organization and operation of trade unions.

Document No.10/2012/L-CTN
Document typeOrder
Issuing authorityOffice of the President
Signed byTrương Tấn Sang — Chủ tịch nước
Updated25/06/2026
FieldUncategorized
Issued date02/07/2012
Effective date02/07/2012
Expiry date
StatusIn effect
✦ Smart summary

Decree No. 10/2012/L-CTN promulgates the Trade Union Law, which was adopted by the National Assembly on June 20, 2012. This Law stipulates the organization and operation of trade unions.

Scope of application

Vietnam General Confederation of Labor

Key points

  • Vietnam General Confederation of Labor → established and operates under the law on trade unions
  • Vietnam General Confederation of Labor → must comply with the provisions of the Trade Union Law and other relevant laws

🌐 Social impact of this document

  • Positive: Enhancing workers' rights through trade union organizations.
  • Negative: May cause workers to become dependent on trade union organizations, limiting individual freedom.

❓ Frequently asked questions

How is the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor established?

According to the Trade Union Law, the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor must be established in accordance with the law on trade unions and must comply with the provisions of this Law.

What rights does the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor have?

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor has the right to protect the legitimate rights and interests of workers, participate in collective bargaining, and organize cultural and social activities for workers.

Do workers have the right to establish a trade union?

According to the Trade Union Law, workers have the right to freely establish trade unions and join trade union organizations in accordance with the law.

What regulations must the Vietnam General Confederation of Labor comply with?

The Vietnam General Confederation of Labor must comply with the provisions of the Trade Union Law and other relevant laws, including those concerning the organization and operation of trade unions.

When does this decision take effect?

Decree No. 10/2012/L-CTN promulgating the Trade Union Law took effect immediately upon its adoption by the National Assembly on June 20, 2012.

Full text

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE

Number: 10/2012/L-CTN

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

Independence - Freedom - Happiness

Hanoi, July 2, 2012

ORDER

Regarding the promulgation of the Law

__________

 

CHAIRMAN

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

On the basis of Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992, amended and supplemented by Resolution No. 51/2001/QH10 dated December 25, 2001 of the Tenth National Assembly, tenth session;

Pursuant to Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly;

On the basis of Article 57 of the Law on Legislative Documents;

NOW PROMULGATE

The Trade Union Law

Was adopted by the Thirteenth National Assembly, third session of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam on June 20, 2012./.

                                                                                                                               

PRESIDENT OF THE STATE

SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIET NAM

Truong Tan Sang

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