Vietnam Payroll Update: New Social & Health Insurance Contribution Ceiling from 1 July 2026
Under Decree No. 161/2026/ND-CP, issued on 15 May 2026, the Vietnamese Government has increased the statutory base salary from VND 2,340,000 to VND 2,530,000 per month, effective 1 July 2026.
Sweden Introduces Income-Based Unemployment Insurance Rules Effective 1 October 2025
Starting 1 October 2025, Sweden’s unemployment insurance system will undergo a major reform — shifting from a time-based to an income-based model.
This change impacts how benefits are calculated, who qualifies, and what employers must report.