New wage hike will affect small firms: Thai tripartite committee
The push to implement higher wage hike soon after the most recent one went into effect will affect small firms harder, says Thai tripartite wage committee.
Minimum wage in the Philippines not sufficient for employees
Despite a rise in the minimum wage rate for employees in the Philippines, a study has shown that this increase has failed to keep up with food prices.
More employees in Singapore seeking to upskill in 2024
Employees in Singapore are motivated to learn new things for the sake of their careers, as many are motivated by factors such as the rise of gen AI.
Human Development: The focal point of building a talent pipeline
Organisations can tap into the varied aspects of human development to develop a consistent and robust talent pipeline.
More employees in Singapore plan to leave current jobs
Seeking better work-life balance, salaries, and new career opportunities, more employees are open to leaving their current positions for new jobs.
Transformative shift in HR role driving organisational success in Malaysia
Besides aligning organisational and employee values, HR is also playing a key role to attract and retain the best talent
Kiwis concerned about employment rights, income
A new survey has shown that Kiwis are worried about employment and their wages under a new government, especially in light of the cost of living.
More than 80% of employers in Japan plan salary raises in 2024
More than four out of five of employers in Japan seek to increase wages, with a majority looking to implement a wage increase on par with last year.
Take a pay cut for remote work? No thanks, say employees in Australia
Besides a reluctance to earn less, some employees are also not convinced that they will benefit from working from home.
Shaping organisations, transforming employees
CHRO Philippines 2024 will look into innovative strategies that CHROs can use to formulate great people-first strategies in changing organisations.
Minimum wage rate in India to rise before general elections
The minimum wage in India looks to increase before the elections in India, with committees looking to increase the rate to accommodate people’s lifestyles.
Progressive wage policy needs details ironed out, says MEF
Housekeeping matters need to be sorted out before the progressive wage policy is implemented across Malaysia, said the Malaysia Employers Federation.
Average rate of wages in Taiwan rose at end of 2023
Taiwan’s average monthly wages continue to see an increase within the last few months, especially in areas like the industrial and services sector.
Employers in South Korea likely to hire more in 2024
Employers in South Korea will be hiring more employees for jobs in 2024, with many looking for people in on-site roles.
Progressive wage policy in Malaysia will be applied with care
The progressive wage policy will not be implemented in Malaysia arbitrarily, and will take note of the needs of the economy and people.
South Korea’s employment rate slow but at an all-time high
The rate of hiring in South Korea may have slowed in comparison to past months, but the country’s employment rate has reached its highest.
Employees in Hong Kong would give up FWAs for a salary raise
Employees in Hong Kong are willing to give up their flexible working arrangements if their employers would agree to give them a pay rise to compensate.
Your smartphone can reduce stress experienced at work
Tracking two groups of employees within one organisation, research has found that personal phone use helped reduce stress.
Malaysia sees pay increases steadily rise in 2024
Salaries will continue to rise steadily in 2024 across certain industries, but challenges persist for organisations to attract new employees.
DHL Express announces several key changes in APAC leadership
DHL Express sees several strategic changes and appointments within the Asia Pacific region in order to promote and cultivate continued growth.
Can air quality in the workplace affect your work quality?
Air quality at work does not just affect the health of employees, but also the ability to create solutions at work, new research from NTU shows.
Thailand sees various new minimum wage rates go into effect
New minimum wage rates have now taken effect in Thailand across different regions, with different rate variations to accommodate the needs of these areas.
Tech and finance jobs in strong demand for 2024 in Singapore
Top jobs in demand for 2023 and 2024 include finance, ICT, health and social services and professional services, say Singapore job experts.
Wage increases top on wishlist for employees in South Korea
When it comes to what employees in South Korea want this year, across all sectors, the answer seems overwhelming: higher wages.
Large number of employees in the Philippines get wage hike
With wage hike orders implemented across 15 sectors across the Philippines, the governmental boards are hoping that this would correct wage distortions.
Australia considers four-day workweek trials for civil servants
The Australian government is exploring trials to implement the four-day workweek for civil servants, with a reduction model in the works for the trials.
Gender wage gap narrows slowly in South Korea
South Korea faces a 70% gender wage gap with barriers like childcare and career breaks impeding equality progress.
Why building a diverse workforce in healthcare matters in Asia
Roche champions diversity in global healthcare, fostering innovation and inclusion to bridge gaps in research and care to ensure no patient is left behind.
Female employees see wider income gap in Malaysia
More needs to be done to address women’s participation in the workforce to boost their pay and address economic challenges.
Employees in Thailand seek non-monetary benefits in jobs
As Thailand shifts to a more digital-focused job market, more employees are shifting their focus to benefits beyond financial compensation.