More frameworks and certification programmes to strengthen HR profession in Singapore
Select HR candidates can take an accelerated path, depending on which qualification track they are on.
Identifiying workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience
At CHRO Online Singapore, speakers from BPP, Achievers and ADP will examine the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in 2021.
Australia’s recruitment rises by 6.2% in October
Sales Workers; Labourers; and Community and Personal Service Workers saw the highest increase in job advertisements for the month.
Malaysia to improve foreign worker recruitment policies
The country’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has recommended that the Home Ministry (KDN) and HR Ministry (KSM) jointly set up an integrated system.
New Zealand urged to increase minimum wage
Lifting minimum wages has an inequality reducing effect, although there may be adverse company-level impacts in the short-term.
Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand expect highest wage rise in APAC for 2021
The top 10 countries expected to see the largest real salary increase are from the Asia-Pacific region.
Singapore: Infocomm media a growth sector
Trade and Industry minister Chan Chun Sing highlighted the infocomm media (ICM) sector as one that has potential to generate good jobs.
More training needed to foster productive employment: Malaysia’s Economy Minister
Malaysia has transitioned into an ageing society, where 7% or more of the population are aged 65 and above.
Taiwan ends short-term contract extensions for migrant workers
The Ministry of Labor (MOL) has announced that it will end a programme that allowed employers of migrant workers to apply for short-term extensions.
Philippines set to cut corporate taxes to attract investors
The government has also launched a dedicated campaign to highlight the country’s potential as an ideal business destination in Asia.
Japan: Third stimulus package to be announced in early December
The third supplementary budget is expected to be more than 20 trillion yen (US$192 billion), and include measures to help small businesses.
COVID-19 subsidy only for workers in Hong Kong without paid sick leave
The HK$5,000 (US$645) handout will only cover residents such as freelancers, taxi drivers, and the self-employed.
Cambodia seeks HR training from Singapore
Cambodia has asked Singapore for more support in the technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector.
Over 12,000 tech jobs available in Singapore
Between April to early November, over 7,000 jobseekers have been placed into jobs, traineeships and attachments in the ICT sector.
Malaysia launches “green travel bubble” scheme
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (Motac) has launched a “green travel bubble” to resuscitate the local tourism industry.
Japan to halt local tourism campaign amid new peak of Covid-19 cases
The domestic campaign was set up to help boost local businesses, providing local travellers with subsidies of up to 50% on entertainment-related deals.
Singapore: Q3 GDP contracts at a slower pace of 5.8%
For the third quarter, Singapore’s GDP shrank by 5.8% year-on-year, improving on Q2’s slump of 13.3%, with the outlook for 2021 looking optimistic.
Wage gap between high school and university grads in South Korea smaller in larger firms
University grads working in big firms take home an average of US$29,744 annually.
CHRO Online Malaysia: Redefining leadership in a transformed workplace
Over 120 CHROs attended CHRO Online Malaysia, which highlighted the key priorities facing HR and business leaders in 2021.
Indonesia: Transport companies pivot to logistics business
State-owned airline Garuda Indonesia and train operator Kereta Api Indonesia (KAI) are pivoting their businesses to logistics as the pandemic wears on.
South Korea’s ICT exports see consecutive growth for 5 months
Sales exports totalled US$16.4 billion in the month, registering a 6% year-on-year rise, as South Korea continues to be a leader in the ICT sector.
Singapore prioritises employees’ physical and mental well-being
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will work with employers and building owners to better manage infectious diseases in the workplace.
Australia sees uptick in jobs for October, surpassing forecasts
Official figures released showed jobs rising by 178,800 for the month, an improvement from September’s numbers.
2,713 SMEs closed in Malaysia since MCO implemented
HR Minister Datuk Seri M Saravanan told Parliament that 2,713 SMEs have closed down from March to October this year.
COVID-19 propelling the highly-skilled freelancer economy
As more staff look for work online, companies are also starting to hire more freelancers to cut costs, in response to the pandemic.
Vietnam’s GDP highest in Southeast Asia
Driven by rising exports, Vietnam’s economy has outperformed others in the Southeast Asian region through the pandemic.
Singapore outlines medtech as future sector of growth
An industry-led coalition will explore advancing diagnoses for disease preparedness, containment and control.
Singapore adopts conservative approach to post-COVID recovery
Sectors like aviation, tourism and entertainment will remain in “suspended animation for some time to come.”
Philippines: Hiring falls by more than 50%, fierce competition for jobs
COVID-19 has caused hiring in the country to decline by more than 50%, with more applicants vying for the same job.
Taiwan sees fall in number of furloughed workers
This marks an improvement from June’s high number of 31,000, which has fallen as the economic impact of COVID-19 has waned.