Malaysia disburses RM151 million in wage subsidies
The labour force has been recovering gradually since 2021, and a stronger recovery is expected this year, said the finance minister.
Taiwan urges employers to persuade staff to quit smoking
Employers have been urged to encourage their employees to quit smoking after it was listed as a risk factor for COVID-19 complications.
South Korea supports firms that allow staff to work remotely
The government has pledged to allocate 3.6 million won yearly for additional personnel and labour management expenses incurred from telecommuting.
The talent imperative: Flexibility is a magnet for talent
Creating and sustaining a culture in which connection and collaboration thrive should be a priority for all organisations, says i4cp.
More companies adopt four-day workweek in Japan
More Japanese companies are offering a four-day workweek so that their employees can have a better work-life balance.
Upskill or reskill? The decision-making process around employee learning
Cornerstone explains why reskilling and upskilling should be central to HR strategies regarding employee retention, satisfaction, and wellbeing.
Malaysia mulls legislation to protect gig workers’ needs
The government is concerned over the needs and welfare of some four million Malaysians working in the gig economy.
Concern raised over minimum wage hike on Thai SMEs
Thailand’s Federation of Thai Industries (FTI) has said if the minimum wage is increased to 492 baht (US$14.27), many SMEs will be severely impacted.
More jobs to be created for locals in the Philippines
Foreign direct investments that the Philippines secured last year would generate more employment, said the Department of Trade and Industry.
Optimising workforces on a global basis
David Ossip, Chairman and Co-CEO of Ceridian, shares how the company is helping organisations manage employees in a hybrid world of work.
Malaysia officially introduces minimum wage hike
The new minimum wage rate of RM1,500 (US$344) has been officially gazetted and took effect nationwide on May 1.
Australian firms face higher costs of doing business
Of firms which experienced an increase in cost, some 21% stated that costs had increased to “a great extent, said the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Layoffs in Singapore a record low in first quarter
As the economy continues to recover from the pandemic, the number of retrenchments fell to 1,300, or 0.6 per 1,000 employees from January to March.
Concerns raised over minimum wage hike in Malaysia
The increase in workers’ wages will raise business cost and stall the economic recovery of businesses, said business organisation.
Attract new talent by evolving employee experience
Organisations should use the Great Resignation as a platform to secure executive commitment towards improving employee experience, says Culture Amp.
Why all employees should co-lead your change strategy
Ruby Kolesky, Co-CEO of Joyous, describes her experiences of improving the performance of people in an organisation by making them feel loved.
Creating Asia’s largest HR technology marketplace
HR Tech Festival Asia 2022, which is taking place from May 10-13, will feature the biggest and most innovative HR tech brands in the market today.
Singapore continues transition to new modes of work
A tripartite model is helping employers and workers adapt to changes, including flexible work, said the Manpower Minister.
Regional partnership to bolster digitalisation of MSMEs
The Philippines and Singapore will also address how MSMEs in emerging markets continue to be underserved.
Thailand unlikely to implement blanket minimum wage
The tripartite national wage committee is expected to propose a hike in minimum wages in August, but a flat-rate wage of 492 baht (US$14.3) a day is unlikely.
New Possibilities: The Evolution of Work
ADP’s John Antos identifies the three big stories in an evolving workplace that will impact employees for the rest of their working careers.
China aims to improve employment for disabled workers
Jobs will be created for the disabled at government departments, public institutions, state-owned enterprises and private businesses.
How the pandemic has narrowed the generational divide
Rachele Focardi shares 10 facts about the multi-generational workforce in the post-pandemic workplace.
Singapore strives to improve skills training for workforce
To stay competitive, the country’s employer’s bodies have been urged to effectively communicate their skills training needs to training institutions.
Number of South Korean workers taking parental leave falls
The fall in numbers in 2021 was attributed to the increase in parental leave taken in 2020 when schools and kindergartens closed due to COVID-19.
Industries in Vietnam boost recruitment
More than 36,500 new jobs were created in Ho Chi Minh City in the first quarter, 1,800 more than the same period last year.
Japan’s unemployment rate falls to lowest level in almost two years
Compared to a month earlier, the number of workers rose by 180,000 in March, while workers who were unemployed fell by 90,000 over the same month.
Supporting a global and connected workforce with HCM
HCM is critical to create productive workforces and organisational success, highlights Rob Squires, VP for Sales, Asia Pacific and Japan, Ceridian.
Examining the pandemic’s impact on women in the workplace
Jeanne Achille, Founder and CEO of The Devon Group, calls for the creation of female-friendly cultures of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Call to cut wages of those working from home contested in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) has come under fire over a call to cut the wages of employees working from home.