AI expected to play a larger role in recruitment for Indian firms
Artificial intelligence (AI) in recruitment is expected to eliminate bias and be a regular part of the hiring process in the future.
Employers in the Philippines seek review of old labour policies
Employers have called on the government to reform outdated regulations and rethink existing investment incentives towards investment-led economic growth.
South Korea plans subsidies for jobseekers and low-income groups
The government also plans to tap into state funds to alleviate the debts of the self-employed and smaller merchants.
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Workplace stress affects employees’ wellbeing in New Zealand
More workers are experiencing increased workplace pressures which are impacting their physical, psychological, and emotional wellbeing.
Malaysia reviews policies to attract skilled talents
Malaysia is facing challenges in creating highly-skilled jobs and competition from countries which offer higher wages to attract skilled talents.
Thai political party proposes gig workers union
The Thai Sang Thai Party has proposed setting up a labour union to improve welfare, benefits and offer training opportunities for gig workers.
Indonesian firms obligated to create wage structure
Besides serving as a guideline for businesses, the move will also bridge the gap between the lowest and highest earnings.
Industry stakeholders in India agree on allowances cap
After a review of India’s salary structure, a new Wage Code that considers the ratio of allowances against salaries will be implemented.
Workers in Japan continue to choose part-time employment
Most part-time workers are satisfied with their jobs, with flexible working hours cited as the main reason for wanting a part-time job.
Companies in Indonesia urged to enhance work health and safety
The government has urged firms to implement the Work Safety and Health Management System (SMK3) to protect workers and enhance work productivity.
Apple employees reject return-to-office directive
A petition has been launched to advocate for flexible working arrangements to accommodate the varied needs of Apple employees.
More than 10,000 businesses in Japan breached overtime laws
Japan’s labour ministry says it confirmed cases of illegal overtime work at more than 10,000 business places across Japan in fiscal 2021.
Australia urged to scrap tax cuts for wealthiest earners
Men are expected to receive AUD$160.6 billion of that money, while AUD$82.9 billion will go to women.
MSMEs key to creating jobs in the Philippines
Growing micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) will help create job opportunities in the country, said non-profit organisation Go Negosyo.
Singapore announces initiatives to attract top foreign talent
The government intends to attract a world-class talent pool, which it believes will also help the retention of local talent.
Indian employees look for job fulfilment
Around 34% of Indian employees, compared to 19% globally, say they are extremely or very likely to switch to a new employer.
Japanese firms raising wages to attract workers
Despite increasing wages, digitalisation is seen as the most popular strategy among Japanese firms to address the labour crunch.
Australia to boost migrant intake as labour shortages affect businesses
Australia is set to lift its intake of migrants to a record 200,000 arrivals a year as it attempts to combat a drastic shortage of workers.
Malaysian government asked to delay amendments to employment act
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) cited economic reasons for delaying the implementation of the employment act amendments.
Six-day workweek unattractive to talents in India
Executive talents prefer a five-day workweek for office roles, instead of a long five-and-a-half or six-day workweek.
New Zealand records increase in weekly earnings
There were also more full-time workers and fewer part-time workers, with the latter stemming from a decrease of women workers in part-time jobs.
Singapore aims to hire more working-age persons with disabilities
The republic is targeting to have 40% of working-age persons with disabilities (PWDs) employed by 2030, up from about 30% between 2020 and 2021.
Taiwan trade group pushes for minimum wage hike cap
A larger increase might prompt companies to pass additional costs onto consumers, thus driving up prices.
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South Korea’s factories hiring older workers
With the departure of foreign labour, factories are increasingly turning to the elderly workforce to solve their staffing crunch.
Women’s job opportunities key focus of Australia’s job summit
Growing economic productivity, boosting wages and removing barriers to employment are among other topics that will be highlighted.
Indonesia outlines recommendations for developing tomorrow’s workforce
To produce human resources that are relevant to industrial dynamics, educational curricula that focus on practical skills are imperative.
Profit growth at Japanese firms unlikely to translate to wage hike
Businesses are hesitant to raise wages amid the global economic outlook and increased risk of a global recession.
Flexible work arrangements a priority to jobseekers in Singapore
Employees are also looking for jobs that align with their aspirations and lifestyle to create a more meaningful work purpose.