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China issues warning to Philippines over treatment of its citizens
Chinese workers are in high demand in online gaming hubs in the Philippines but they could be working illegally it warns.
Asian employers keen to employ overseas returnees
Companies value the experience they bring to the table with Hong Kong the most eager to employ returnees.
New research shows the power of word choice in job descriptions
A LinkedIn report highlights the distinct word choices that can discourage women from applying for jobs.
Cathay Pacific CEO Rupert Hogg resigns over Hong Kong protests
Cathay Pacific CEO Rupert Hogg has resigned over the Hong Kong protests. the first casualty of China’s warning to the business sector.
More than 50 Singaporean companies voluntarily raise retirement age
Proactive employers are increasing retirement and re-employment ages for their senior staff beyond the legal requirements
China’s workers choose new economy over old
The services sector is attracting top talent as China’s economy shifts away from the manufacturing industry that powered its growth previously.
HRM Five: Essential traits of a Chief HR Officer
In this age of disruption, leading the HR function is both vital and challenging. These are the essential traits of a Chief HR Officer.
Malaysian workers suffer from “hire-and-fire” approach from employers
A rise in ‘’dishonest acts’’ by Malaysian bosses has prompted a trade union group to wade in to help protect workers
Indonesia to overhaul generous payouts for fired workers
Employers worry that Southeast Asia’s largest economy has been losing ground due to its strict labour laws.
IBM accused of widespread age discrimination in the US
In an unrelated civil court case, a former HR leader at IBM has said that massive layoffs were part of an effort to appeal to millennial talent.
Developers are in hot demand – but which universities produce the best?
A new survey ranks the educational institutions that provide the key skills needed for today’s technology graduates.
Rising ranks of unemployed youth worry Asian policymakers
Youth unemployment is high in China, India, and South Korea with the supply of graduates outpacing the number of new job vacancies being created.
Cathay Pacific staff warned off Hong Kong protests
The Hong Kong-based airline has issued a warning to staff as local protests escalate throughout the city and shut down the airport.
Singapore recognises more than 30 skills-focused employers
Singapore has presented SkillsFuture Employer Awards in recognition of employers who support life-long learning and retraining.
Asian learners flock to global education platform
Upskilling is proving popular in the region with technology, programming, and data courses striking the right note with users.
More of China’s graduates choose to work in second-tier cities
Shanghai and Beijing are losing their shine as cities of choice for graduates. Those in the know are choosing satellite and second-tier cities.
DBS Bank: Seven skills for the future finance professional
Paul Cobban, Chief Data and Transformation Officer for DBS Bank, highlights the seven vital skills that bankers will need in the era of Industry 4.0.
US tech firms plan Asian expansion to secure talent
Companies in the US are gearing up to expand into Asian markets. They are in search of new talent, as well as customers.
The advanced economy in urgent need of AI talent
Companies are taking matters into their own hands as the third biggest economy in the world isn’t training up enough experts in artificial intelligence
Duterte vetoes contract labour bill in the Philippines
The issue of contractors’ rights continues to stir in the Philippines, with the President blocking a bill that he once supported.
Singapore’s new move to tackle talent crunch technology
Singapore launches initiative to make hiring of foreign talent in the tech industry easier due to an industry-wide shortage.
Malaysian court strikes blow to human traffickers
A foreign worker has won a landmark court case over almost five years of unpaid wages, as the government pledges to get tough on forced labour.
Employers responsible for preventing workers’ burnout: Hays
Recruitment consultancy Hays has warned of the dangers of workaholic tendencies. These are rising due to the war for talent and technology.
Research: Employees still don’t have the digital tools they need
Employees recognise there needs to be more collaboration between HR and IT, in order for digital transformation initiatives to take hold.
Indonesia struggles to find talent despite “relaxed work culture”
Indonesia is facing a talent crunch and businesses are enticing workers with attractive offerings beyond financial compensation, a new report has found.
HRM Magazine Asia – July-August issue out now
The July-August issue of HRM Magazine Asia is now available online. Check out the contents, including a full wrap of HR Festival Asia, here.
The risks for employers in China’s growing #MeToo movement
Matthew Durham, with Simmons & Simmons, says the law on sexual harassment in Mainland China is rapidly catching up to societal change.
The five most-read HRM Asia stories from July 2019
The biggest stories of July included an in-depth look at people and culture within AirAsia, and the comprehensive restructure of Deutsche Bank.
DBS’ transformation team: Agents of change
DBS has gone from a bottom-of-the pile bank to being crowned the world’s best. Its transformation team shares that 10-year journey.