Global gender gap narrows, but Asia faces persistent challenges in achieving parity
Although women comprise over 40% of the global workforce, their climb to leadership remains slow.
Silence over harassment persists in South Korean workplaces despite stronger prevention policies
A government survey finds 75.2% of employees in South Korea who experienced sexual harassment did not report, highlighting persistent workplace gaps.
Singapore’s Q3 hiring outlook holds steady amid global uncertainty
With 43% of employers planning to hire, Singapore’s labour market signals resilience and agility amid global uncertainty and shifting priorities.
Bill mandating P200 wage hike passed in the Philippines
The House of Representatives has approved a landmark P200 daily wage hike bill.
Call for entries: HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 nominations underway
Nominations are now open for HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, celebrating Asia’s top HR partners and innovators.
Hong Kong raises age cap for skilled foreign employees to address labour shortage
Hong Kong has raised the age limit for skilled foreign employees to 40 to tackle acute labour shortages in technical sectors.
CHRO Indonesia 2025 to address HR’s AI-powered future
Indonesia’s top HR leaders will gather at CHRO Indonesia 2025 to explore AI, innovation, and the future of work.
Singapore private uni grads face tougher job market
Fewer than half of private school graduates secured full-time jobs in 2024, widening the employment gap with autonomous university peers.
Beyond automation: Thailand HR Tech explores the human side of HR transformation
As technology reshapes the world of work, Thailand HR Tech 2025 invites leaders to co-create a future built on trust and purpose.
Taiwan’s jobless rate hits 25-year low for April
Taiwan’s jobless rate held steady in April at 3.36%, as unemployment fell by 4,000, signalling sustained labour market stability.
Calls grow for flexible options as Malaysia considers raising retirement age
Malaysia’s proposal to raise the retirement age to 65 sparks calls for flexibility to support both older and younger employees.
AI disruption to hit women’s jobs harder, says ILO report
AI is set to transform nearly 10% of female-dominated jobs, particularly in clerical roles, reshaping work in high-income countries.
Finance professionals in Singapore eye entrepreneurship and skills development, ACCA survey finds
Entrepreneurial ambitions, sustainability goals, and AI skill gaps are reshaping career expectations among finance professionals in Singapore.
Malaysia’s labour market expands in Q1 2025
Malaysia’s labour demand continues to rise, creating more opportunities for skilled and semi-skilled employees.
Japan to launch five-year plan to boost wages and productivity in SMEs
Japan is launching a five-year plan to boost SME wages and productivity, targeting key industries with ¥60 trillion investment.
AI and automation poised to revolutionise payroll, empowering HR strategy
Over half of multinational companies in Singapore are leveraging AI and automation to streamline payroll and minimise manual processes.
Work takes centre stage for South Korea’s younger workforce, new report finds
South Korea’s younger workforce prioritises work above all else, reshaping gender roles and signalling urgent policy reform opportunities.
HR Tech Asia Awards 2025 honours Asia’s most outstanding HR leaders and innovators
Outstanding HR leaders and organisations across Asia were recognised for their achievements in innovation, inclusion, and sustainability at HR Tech Asia Awards 2025.
Workplace loneliness: New study calls for business intervention
Younger employees feel lonelier than older adults, highlighting a need for employers to rethink how they foster belonging and connection.
Employers in Singapore urge bold action to turn ageing population into economic gain
Singapore is positioning itself to turn the challenge of an ageing workforce into an opportunity through inclusive, flexible employment strategies.
Final call: HR leaders to converge in Singapore for HR Tech Asia 2025
HR Tech Asia 2025 is days away—bringing transformative insights, bold strategies, and the region’s top HR minds to Singapore.
Singapore’s labour market shows signs of cooling amid global trade tensions
Singapore’s labour market softened in early 2025 as employment growth and unemployment edged up amid rising global trade tensions.
DOLE begins review of Metro Manila minimum wage
The Philippines government is set to review minimum wages, potentially boosting incomes for millions of employees across the country.
South Korea bottoms global ranking for remote work, study reveals
Rigid work cultures in South Korea are limited remote work and flexibility with consequences for family life, birthrates, and business.
Shaping the intelligent age: Thailand HR Tech 2025 sets the stage for future-ready HR
From AI strategy to mental health tech, the Thailand HR Tech Conference & Exposition 2025 explores how people and innovation can thrive together.
Japanese banks reshape job structures for gender equality
Japan’s top financial organisations are eliminating gendered job tracks in a major push to close workplace inequality and pay gaps.
Singapore sets up national taskforce to safeguard jobs amid US tariff impact
Singapore launches task force to support businesses and employees as US tariffs threaten jobs, growth, and economic stability.
Malaysia to establish tripartite council to address wages in gig economy
Malaysia’s Gig Workers Bill nears completion, aiming to ensure fair wages and social protection without stifling sector growth.
Employers in Hong Kong rethink 2025 salary plans
Following the government’s pay freeze, 42.7% of employers in Hong Kong are rethinking 2025 salary plans, with many considering restraint.
Reproductive health leave could save Australian economy billions, report finds
Providing 12 days of reproductive health leave could save Australia A$21.3 billion annually and improve equity for women at work.