A report by the International Labour Organization and the Asian Development Bank also warned of the impact the pandemic has on youths in the region.
The latest Singapore data centre, which is its first in Southeast Asia, brings its total to 18 sites globally.
As South Korea grapples with a second COVID-19 wave, many companies are having to make remote working a priority.
Employee wellbeing has never been more important as employers look to support their people both physically and mentally.
The two stores in India are operated entirely by women, with the number of all female-led stores to double by the end of the year.
The COVID-19 pandemic has crippled Thailand’s tourism industry, which is critical for the country’s economy.
The scheme, which was due to expire in August, will be extended by seven months until March next year at a more sustainable level.
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Not since the Asian financial crisis of 1998 has the country experienced such a toll on its economy.
The RM1.5 billion programme was introduced to help workers who have been displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic find jobs.
The Philippines government has set aside 120 billion pesos for a credit guarantee programme that will help small businesses gain access to loans.
A new scheme offers cabin crew members the option of early release or retirement as the airline continues to struggle with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The job creation Bill will make it more attractive for foreign companies to create jobs in the country which has seen record unemployment rate.
Consumer confidence and business conditions continue to be adversely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
A transforming world of work means that employee communication and engagement are more important than ever for organisations.
Manpower Minister Josephine Teo revealed that about seven in 10 of the jobs committed so far are PMET roles.
Malaysia’s economic recovery will depend on SMEs getting back on their feet, suggested Malaysia’s International Trade and Industry Minister.
Companies operating in Singapore have called on more flexibility to be exercised where work arrangements are concerned.
Thailand will permit entry for four groups of foreign nationals subject to stringent requirements and quarantine.
This represents the biggest slump in quarterly GDP data dating back to 1981, and plunges the Philippines into recession.
A loan from the Asian Development Bank will help the Thai government give more support to SMEs in the country.
The companies, which comprise of both large and small firms, are found to have “exceptionally high share of PMETs compared with their industry peers".
Indonesia, which has the highest number of COVID-19 cases in Southeast Asia, is reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The country’s HR Minister reassured local citizens will be given priority when it comes to any available job openings.
Uber employees can choose to continue working from home through June 2021, even if offices open before then.
Virgin Australia will also layoff about a third of its workforce as the carrier aims to rebrand as a “value airline”.
As we enter into a new era of work, leadership will have to evolve and adapt to an increasingly agile and mobile workforce.
The London-based bank, which makes 90% of its profits in Asia, saw its profits for the first half of the year plunge 65%.
Less than 20% of SMEs expect their business to recover within the next three months, a new survey has revealed.