Over 4 million youths in India lost jobs due to pandemic
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.
Zoom opens data centre in Singapore, plans to hire more locals
The latest Singapore data centre, which is its first in Southeast Asia, brings its total to 18 sites globally.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Wellbeing key to organisational resilience
Employee wellbeing has never been more important as employers look to support their people both physically and mentally.
Tata Starbucks opens two all-women stores in India
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.
S’pore extends Jobs Support Scheme among $8b worth of measures
The scheme, which was due to expire in August, will be extended by seven months until March next year at a more sustainable level.
HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards: Last day to nominate!
The clock is ticking to send in your nominations for the coveted HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards. So hurry before the nominations close!
Over 11,000 Malaysians employed under Hiring Incentive Programme
The RM1.5 billion programme was introduced to help workers who have been displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic find jobs.
Indonesia looks to boost job creation with new Bill
The job creation Bill will make it more attractive for foreign companies to create jobs in the country which has seen record unemployment rate.
92,000 jobs committed to Singapore job seekers
Manpower Minister Josephine Teo revealed that about seven in 10 of the jobs committed so far are PMET roles.
Thailand lifts entry ban on selected foreigners
Thailand will permit entry for four groups of foreign nationals subject to stringent requirements and quarantine.
47 firms in Singapore on watchlist for possible discriminatory hiring
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 set for first recession in over two decades
Indonesia, which has the highest number of COVID-19 cases in Southeast Asia, is reeling from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Uber extends work-from-home option for employees
Uber employees can choose to continue working from home through June 2021, even if offices open before then.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Leadership in an agile workforce
As we enter into a new era of work, leadership will have to evolve and adapt to an increasingly agile and mobile workforce.
HSBC to speed up 35,000 job cuts after profits plunge
The London-based bank, which makes 90% of its profits in Asia, saw its profits for the first half of the year plunge 65%.
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Time is running out to send in your nominations for the coveted HRM Asia Readers Choice Awards. So hurry before the nominations close!
69,000 jobs openings launched in the Philippines
The Philippines is looking to revive its economy and job market with the launch of over 69,000 jobs across the country.
Singapore Airlines cuts pay for all staff by at least 10%
The company will also be offering a COVID-19 special early retirement scheme to all ground staff and pilots.
Could hourly wages be the answer to Thailand’s unemployment woes?
While hourly wages will offer more flexibility in hiring, there are concerns among employers and activists.
Unions halt ‘unacceptable’ retrenchment exercise by employer
NTUC, together with three unions, has reached an amicable agreement with a SIA Engineering-linked company on the retrenchment.
SIA Engineering-linked company criticised over handling of layoffs
The company has reportedly laid off 144 workers over three days without providing prior notice or proper reason.
8 traits HR leaders need to succeed today
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Nearly 65,000 lost jobs this year: Malaysia HR Minister
The Malaysian government has taken steps to help displaced workers find employment by introducing a hiring incentive and training assistance programme.
MOM: Helping displaced Singaporeans find jobs “topmost priority”
Minister for Manpower Josephine Teo also expressed her commitment to ensuring essential workers get “fair opportunities” to progress.
Is Ethical Hacking the next big thing in the talent market?
As cyberattacks become more prevalent, sophisticated, and large-scale, there has never been a greater demand for ethical hackers.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: A new era of EX and Communication
A slew of world’s leading HR thought-leaders will be delving into a new era of HR and the workplace at HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020.
New work-from-home insurance launched in Singapore
The work-from-home insurance policy will cover risks ranging from mental health issues to even tripping over toys.
Australia extends wage subsidy support till 2021
Subsidies will be reduced under the extended program, which is expected to help about 1 million workers and last till 2021.
Globalization Partners expands growth into Asia-Pacific
The company has launched a new Asia-Pacific revenue team and appointed Charles Ferguson as General Manager for the region.
2 in 3 APAC firms implementing staggered return to workplace
APAC employers are taking a more cautious approach to returning to the workplace as compared to global companies.