Singapore disputes interpretation of minimum income standards
Three government ministries have questioned the findings of a new minimum wage study, saying that its research parameters are flawed
Public employees in Thailand given salary payment options
A new salary payment scheme was recently announced, which would have seen public employees paid every fortnight.
Deteriorating mental health affects work productivity in Asia
Organisations that fail to address workplace mental health issues risk incurring significant cost through an increasingly disengaged workforce.
Mass retrenchment the solution to productivity woes: Australian tycoon
The CEO of Gurner Group made controversial claims that for productivity to increase in Australia, half the working population should be made redundant.
Resident employment dips in Singapore, but expected to recover
The contraction in resident employment represents the first decline since 2020, as the number of organisations looking to hire decreases.
Standard Chartered improves parental leave policy
Regardless of gender, employees who are parents are offered 20 weeks of paid leave to encourage a balanced approach to parenting.
Navigating employee development challenges in the workplace
Organisations in Singapore and Hong Kong can do more to engage employees with talent programmes deploying learner-centric tools.
Optimism prevails as employers in Singapore commit to wage increases
Large organisations consistently outpace SMEs in wage growth, indicating a positive trend in salary increases over the next year.
New policies to address workforce imbalance in South Korea
Foreign employee expansion and flexible regulations have reduced job vacancies in South Korea, with younger generations most impacted.
Singapore’s job market remains resilient as hiring continues
While the global economy remains uncertain and firms face a talent shortage, many firms are continuing to add to their headcount.
South Korea failing to stamp out workplace gender discrimination
Receiving inappropriate comments and not being valued for their work are some of the pervasive challenges faced by women.
Generative AI can improve employee productivity, says Chinabank
The Filipino bank has launched CHIB GPT as a precursor to a broader set of generative AI initiatives it is looking to introduce.
Championing inclusivity: Leading the way in workplace equality
Kuehne+Nagel is taking steps to combat workplace discrimination and promote inclusivity, focusing on mental health and diversity.
More organisations in Brunei expected to increase hiring
Despite challenges such as increased spending in infrastructure and upskilling employees, businesses are expected to increase their headcount this year.
Cost of employee absenteeism hits record high in New Zealand
Firms in New Zealand are paying a higher price for employees on medical leave, with the highest increase in absenteeism rates recorded since 2012.
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Employee engagement disparity in vision and mission alignment
Employee engagement thrives when organisational vision aligns with daily activities, but a disconnect reveals opportunities for improvement.
The key trait recruiters look out for during interviews
Candidates who demonstrate a growth mindset during the recruitment process are likely to be selected, says Google Asia Pacific’s Sapna Chadna.
Singapore defines flexible work to benefit employees and employers
A new tripartite workgroup has begun deliberations to develop guidelines that will drive flexible work in Singapore workplaces.
Bridging inequalities through an inclusive approach to flexible working
The right approach to flexible work can pave the way for a more sustainable, productive, and inclusive society, according to a new study.
Disgruntled employees in Taiwan lament stagnant salaries
Only a quarter of Taiwan’s workforce received a salary increasement in 2023, with some employees having to endure years of salary stagnation.
Hong Kong’s Gen Z faces mental health and financial challenges
The pandemic-fuelled work landscape is pushing Hong Kong’s Gen Z to the brink, with 44% grappling with work-life balance.
Elevating human capital development in Malaysia
Through the National Training Index (NTI), Malaysia’s workforce development will be better evaluated, and policies will be shaped accordingly.
Gender income gap in South Korea despite rise in female employment
While the number of women employed in South Korea was at an all-time high last year, the gender income gap has still not been addressed.
How AI is shifting employer-employee dynamics
The disruption of AI at work will create a huge impact on the employer and employee relationship, according to a former US Secretary of Labour.
Hiring the best talent and building global distributed workforces
A new API solution from Remote streamlines HR processes for organisations across different regions and supports multiple workforce needs.
Japan plans to subsidise organisations offering parental leave
In the coming fiscal year, organisations will receive financial support to offer allowances to employees covering colleagues on parental leave.
P&G India rolls out initiative for special needs families
Championing inclusivity and diversity, its Lead With Care programme provides support for employees who have children with disabilities.
Employers in Australia to be penalised for underpaying wages
Legislation to criminalise “wage theft” while promoting labour rights in Australia has not been met by universal approval.
Organisations in Tokyo lack disaster preparedness
Many organisations operating in Tokyo have not drawn up continuity plans that will help them manage the spillover effects of natural disasters.