Due to globalization and integration, the number of migrant workers has increased. The scramble for economic development and the shortage of labor resources are the main drivers of migration. Hence, every country has reformed its legal framework for better the management and protection of migrant workers. Vietnam exports labor and accepts many foreign professionals with high technical skills. Therefore, the management of foreign workers has gained a considerable amount of attention from the government. Visa application, work permits, resident registration, and social insurance are the main topics with regard to the management of foreign workers. Migrant workers are also known to be involved in activities causing certain legal issues, including illegal work, discrimination, and exploitation. Thus, the main question is how to develop an effective legal framework to regulate foreign workers in Vietnam. This paper analyzes the current issues in the legal framework on the management of foreign workers and their implications, particularly in the face of the current COVID-19 pandemic.

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