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The largest virtual gathering of HR professionals in the region saw over 5,000 attendees gleaned exclusive insights from 70 speakers.
Singapore’s jobless rate surpasses global financial crisis’ high
The Southeast Asia nation’s all-time highest unemployment rate remains at 4.8% during the SARS outbreak in September 2003.
SMEs in Singapore offered flexibility in loan repayment
The Monetary Authority of Singapore has moved to allow SMEs facing cashflow difficulties to defer their loan repayments until 2021.
Future-proofing skills critical as new workforce dynamics emerge
Dell Technologies’ Eric Goh discusses with HRM Asia the emergence of Gen Z-ers in the workforce, and how organisations can future-proof employee skills in a digital world.
New investment from South Korea to create jobs in Indonesia
The Indonesian government is also pushing ahead with a proposed new bill that will make the country more investor-friendly.
Thailand and the UN empower women at work
More than 100 companies in Thailand have pledged to help the United Nations bridge the gender equality gap in the country.
HRM Asia congratulates HR Tech PitchFest 2020 Winners
Three winners emerged at the HR Tech PitchFest 2020, which celebrates some of the most innovative solutions from HR tech start-ups in Asia.
Professional services sector in Singapore saw more than 5,000 jobs openings since April
The Ministry of Manpower also reported that 9,000 opportunities were offered in the same period.
HRM Asia congratulates Readers’ Choice Awards 2020 Winners
The winners have been crowned for the HRM Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2020, which recognises the region’s best HR partners and solution providers.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Agility and skills key to ASEAN recovery
On Day 3 of the ASEAN Future of Work Track, government and industry leaders shared why agility and skills will be key for the region in its recovery.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Women at the forefront of digitalisation
Day 2 of the HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020 saw female leaders share their experiences and challenges in driving digitalisation.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: The role of HR and technology in ASEAN
On Day 2, government and industry leaders discussed the role of HR and technology post COVID-19 at the ASEAN Future Of Work Track.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: What’s happening on Day 2
Be ready to be treated to an exciting line-up of speakers and sessions for Day 2 of the HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Navigating ASEAN towards a better future
Government and industry leaders from Southeast Asia converged at the ASEAN Future of Work Track to discuss how the region can emerge stronger from the crisis.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Navigating the future of work and HR
How organisations can successfully navigate a new era of HR and the workplace was one of the most keenly discussed topics on Day 1.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Displaying agility and flexibility to thrive beyond the pandemic
In planning their recovery from the pandemic, what are some of the key characteristics that organisations should be demonstrating?
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: What’s happening on Day 1
The largest virtual gathering of HR and business leaders from across Asia is upon us! Find out the exciting line-up of speakers and sessions for Day 1.
How to get the best out of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020
The wait is over. The HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020 is here. Find out how to get the best of the content-packed event from September 29 to 1 October.
New jobs bill in Indonesia comes under scrutiny
Critics say that the proposed bill will cut severance benefits and revise rules on outsourcing, while having a negative impact on the environment.
4 mindset shifts organisations need to drive talent mobility
With talent mobility more important than ever in this new era of work, what are the four mindset shifts organisations need to adopt?
Google to look at hybrid work-from-home models
According to a recent survey done by the company, more than half of its employees want to return to the office, but not everyday.
New measures provide more financial flexibility for SMEs in Malaysia
New measures announced by the Malaysian government will help preserve more jobs, says the SME Association of Malaysia.
Singapore to allow more workers to return to workplace
More employees will be allowed to return to the office subject to capacity limits, although work-from-home remains the default mode of working.
More than half of Japanese willing to work beyond retirement age
A recent survey showed that more than half of Japanese workers are willing to delay their retirement age, mainly due to financial concerns.
Thailand to introduce new stimulus measures
The latest injection of cash aid by the Thai government aims to boost the economy and preserve jobs.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2020: Leveraging technology in the new world of work
As organisations look to adapt to a new world of work post-pandemic, embracing the right technologies is likely to be key.
Indonesia wants to create ‘Digital Heroes’
A 3-week bootcamp organised by the Indonesian government aims to help prepare SMEs to go digital, an initiative key to the country’s economic recovery.
Australia expects jobs bounce-back as COVID-19 cases fall
Prime Minister Scott Morrison hopes the declining COVID-19 cases is a sign of better things to come for Australia’s job market.
Singapore won’t run out of jobs, says Minister for Trade and Industry
Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing said Singaporeans should not worry as there are 3.5 million jobs for 2.5 million locals.
Businesses in the Philippines struggling to cope with COVID-19
More micro, small and medium businesses have been forced to temporarily close in the Philippines than any other country in ASEAN.