Minimum wage in Thailand set to rise by 5-8%
A new hike in minimum daily wages of between 5% and 8% is expected in September, since the rates have remained unchanged for over two years.
Australia adapts jobs strategy to achieve high-skills nation
Jobs and Skills Australia will advise on a range of current and emerging labour market and workforce skills and training issues.
Some companies in Malaysia defy minimum wage rule
The Malaysian Trades Union Congress (MTUC) has claimed that there are still several companies which have not complied with the new minimum wage rule.
Informal workers in Indonesia hit all-time high
In the early days of the pandemic, the percentage of informal workers was 56.64%, but this continued to increase till almost 60% as of this February.
New laws in Australia push for paid domestic violence leave
More than 11 million Australians, including about 2.4 million casual workers, will soon have access to 10 days of paid domestic violence leave.
Upskilling of workers a priority in the Philippines
Besides upskilling workers, the government also intends to address the jobs mismatch issue and boost jobs creation in the country.
Malaysia clamps down on workplace sexual harassment
An Anti-Sexual Harassment Bill is expected to be passed, along with the set up of a tribunal to investigate complaints of sexual harassment.
Singapore firms and workers urged to adopt growth mindset
Upskilling requires effort and very strong commitment from both workers and employers to bridge the skills gap, said the manpower minister.
Cambodia to equip youth with skills for jobs of the future
The Minister of Education has urged all young people to learn new technology and multiple skills in preparation for the workplace of the future.
Majority of South Koreans want to prolong working life
The reasons provided by elderly citizens include earning enough for living expenses and wanting to work so long as their health allowed.
China faces largest retirement wave in next 10 years
The working population born during a baby boom in the 1960s will enter retirement, putting higher pressure on pension funds and social problems.
Career coaches in demand amid business transformation in Singapore
The skills in demand involve those with capability development and performance management, highlighted a report by SkillsFuture Singapore.
Relief package for self-employed in South Korea
41 trillion won (US$31.3 billion) over two years in special loans will be provided to self-employed and merchants hard hit by pandemic restrictions.
Firms in Malaysia told to pay minimum wage rate
The Ministry of Human Resources has so far found 118 employers in breach of the Minimum Wages Order 2022, which has been in effect since May 1.
Taiwan wants to equip workforce with AI skills
Unions can apply for subsidies to train workers in artificial intelligence (AI) to prepare the workforce for disruptions brought by a changing labour market.
Japan to launch ministry promoting startups
It aims to increase the number of startups in the country by 10 times over five years, further driving the nation’s economic growth.
Improving employee wellbeing in New Zealand
The 2015 Health and Safety at Work Act in New Zealand requires workplaces to look after the physical and mental health and wellbeing of staff.
More job opportunities for disabled workers in the Philippines
Under the country’s regulations, at least 1% of all positions in government agencies, offices, or corporations should be reserved for PWDs.
Companies in Japan allow employees to postpone retirement
About 25.6% of companies are heeding a government directive to allow employees to voluntarily work until they are 70 years old.
Australia’s public service updates remote working guidance
Amid a COVID-19 spike, public agencies are responsible for setting their own working arrangements and updating them.
New Zealand court ruling discourages employees from speaking up
Toy company Zuru plans to sue former employees who anonymously wrote scathing online reviews of the company.
Younger and older bosses disagree on remote working practice
Executives closer to retirement age prefer to manage workers when they can see them in person, which differs from managers in their 30s and 40s.
More workers continue to find employment in Cambodia
Cambodia’s unemployment rate is expected to be at 0.31% this year, which is the lowest in South-East Asia, reported the ASEAN Information Centre (AIC).
Malaysia has no plans to introduce menstrual leave
Female employees reportedly do not request for menstrual-related leave due to embarrassment and a fear of being seen as unproductive.
Employees of SMEs in Japan to be paid more
To retain and attract talent, 50.9% of SMEs have either implemented or plan to implement a raise in wages in fiscal year 2022.
Australians want superannuation to be paid on parental leave
Some 80% respondents to a survey supported the move, indicating clear community support for paying superannuation on parental leave.
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Remuneration key to retaining employees in Singapore
Driven by a mix of factors, more than half of Singapore employees (51%) are likely to quit their jobs in the next 12 months.
Malaysia urged to cover workers’ wages for maternity leave
From September 1, the cost of the 90-day maternity leave would be fully borne by employers in Malaysia, without government support.
Companies in Australia urged to work remotely
Companies have been urged to allow their employees to work from home and implement mask wearing in the office to combat a new Omicron wave.