“Labour and Social Trends in Viet Nam 2012-2017” is a rich information source that provides an analysis of the labour market and social trends in Viet Nam over the last five years. In the context of rapid transformation and economic growth, the report highlights the recent changes in the socio-economic context, the employment and the labour market, social developments as well as key policy developments in Viet Nam. By doing so, it helps to reflect on progresses made in the labour market and identify decent work gaps. It also includes an annex of sex-disaggregated labour market statistics. Importantly, the report provides a number of policy lessons that can be considered by the Government of Viet Nam for implementing the Agenda 2030.