New jobs bill in Indonesia comes under scrutiny
Critics say that the proposed bill will cut severance benefits and revise rules on outsourcing, while having a negative impact on the environment.
Google to look at hybrid work-from-home models
According to a recent survey done by the company, more than half of its employees want to return to the office, but not everyday.
New measures provide more financial flexibility for SMEs in Malaysia
New measures announced by the Malaysian government will help preserve more jobs, says the SME Association of Malaysia.
Singapore to allow more workers to return to workplace
More employees will be allowed to return to the office subject to capacity limits, although work-from-home remains the default mode of working.
More than half of Japanese willing to work beyond retirement age
A recent survey showed that more than half of Japanese workers are willing to delay their retirement age, mainly due to financial concerns.
Apple CEO Tim Cook believes remote working is here to stay
Apple employees have been working remotely since the start of the pandemic and CEO Tim Cook has been impressed by how they adapted to it.
Thailand to introduce new stimulus measures
The latest injection of cash aid by the Thai government aims to boost the economy and preserve jobs.
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Indonesia wants to create ‘Digital Heroes’
A 3-week bootcamp organised by the Indonesian government aims to help prepare SMEs to go digital, an initiative key to the country’s economic recovery.
Australia expects jobs bounce-back as COVID-19 cases fall
Prime Minister Scott Morrison hopes the declining COVID-19 cases is a sign of better things to come for Australia’s job market.
Singapore won’t run out of jobs, says Minister for Trade and Industry
Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing said Singaporeans should not worry as there are 3.5 million jobs for 2.5 million locals.
Businesses in the Philippines struggling to cope with COVID-19
More micro, small and medium businesses have been forced to temporarily close in the Philippines than any other country in ASEAN.
SMEs in Hong Kong to receive financial support
New measures by the Hong Kong government include the raising of loan caps for SMEs, as well as an extended repayment period.
Hong Kong’s recovery halted as unemployment rate remains high
Hong Kong continues to grapple with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, with its recovery threatened by a third wave of infection.
New Zealand enters into recession for the first time in a decade
The closure of borders since March 19 has had a detrimental effect on New Zealand’s economy. alongside restrictions imposed across the country.
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Citigroup to resume retrenchment exercise to reduce costs
The bank had put a pause on its job cuts during the COVID-19 pandemic but will now resume the cost-cutting exercise.
Asia set for prolonged economic recovery period
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Asian Development Bank expects most economies in Asia Pacific to contract in 2020.
Tencent to open regional hub in Singapore, hiring started
The company, who has offices in Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand, sees Singapore as a strategic location to expand its presence in Southeast Asia.
Businesses receive cash grants as Victoria plans recovery
More than A$3 billion has been earmarked to help businesses in the Australian state of Victoria overcome the impact of COVID-19.
Positive signs for Malaysia as unemployment rate falls
Malaysia saw an improvement in its unemployment rate after the progressive reopening of economic sectors in May.
Workers need to return to the office, says WHO
The European chief of the WHO have urged workers to shed their fear of returning to the workplace, saying it is an inevitable development.
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Indonesia faces uncertain economic recovery
Consumer sentiment continues to be downbeat as South-East Asia’s largest economy struggles with the financial impact of COVID-19.
Singapore Airlines Group to retrench about 4,300 employees
SIA CEO said it is the “hardest and most agonising decision”, and that the retrenchment will be done in a fair and respectful manner.
About 21 million jobs lost in India over 5 months
Many workers who lost their jobs have resorted to farming, with employment in farming rising by 14 million in August.
Thailand ready to reopen to international visitors
More jobs are at risk of being lost if borders remain closed throughout 2020, warns the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Ushering in a new era of learning
This is an exciting and important time for companies to unlearn what they have learnt for so many years in order to adapt to the new normal.
Worst yet to come for Singapore as more layoffs expected
The economic outlook remains uncertain and Singapore has yet to feel the full economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, experts said.
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