Asia-Pacific sees emergence of Green Collar workforce
Decarbonisation in Asia-Pacific is fuelling a Green Collar workforce, supporting a US$47 trillion economy boost and the creation of 180 million jobs.
Low Peck Kem named President of APFHRM
Low will help the Asia-Pacific Federation of Human Resources Management (APFHRM) propel the HR industry forward in Asia and beyond.
Wong Yang-Sheng leads HR for Standard Chartered Singapore
In his new role, Wong is tasked to drive talent development and shape a future-ready workforce in Singapore’s banking industry.
More employees in Australia ditching lunch breaks
Workplace demands and financial constraints are causing office employees in Australia to neglect their lunch breaks.
One million employees in Metro Manila to receive pay hike
The daily minimum wage is set to increase from P570 to P610, benefitting non-agricultural employees who will earn the new rate starting 16 July 2023.
ChatGPT usage at work differs between countries like US and Japan
The use of AI-powered tools like ChatGPT differ greatly in usage between countries, due to a gap in awareness and understanding of the tools.
Indian state of Kerala to provide equal employment opportunities for all
A new platform is being developed to help the transgender community reskill for better employment opportunities.
Skills upgrades necessary to keep employees in Malaysia relevant
Millions of Malaysians risk losing their job by 2030 if they do not improve their skills to meet industry needs, says HR Minister V Sivakumar.
Taiwan rejects calls for nationwide shorter workweeks
A four-day workweek has been rejected by Taiwan’s Ministry of Labour due to concerns over its impact on sectors and business competitiveness.
Minimum wage raise in South Korea could see unemployment spike
South Korea’s minimum wage hike may result in significant job losses, especially among young and low-income employees, a lobby group has warned.
Use of AI in job applications frowned upon in Japan
Several firms in Japan have raised concerns about graduates using generative AI tools in job applications, with some calling for a ban.
Consistency in defining wages called for in Malaysia
The Malaysian Employers Federation is calling for a clear definition of wages, as its current ambiguity is causing mismatched salaries for employees.
Japan presents positive employment market after 11-month stagnation
Japan’s jobless rate declined in April as employment trends continued to improve, supported by raising wages.
More women fall out of employment in Bangladesh
Rising adoption of new technology has seen Bangladesh’s working female population fall by more than two million in the last five years.
Business digitisation in Hong Kong hampered by funding difficulties
While SMEs in Hong Kong may lack resources and technical expertise, many are planning to increase their digitalisation investment in 2023.
The art of crafting dynamic workplace structures for maximum productivity
By increasing temporal predictability and segmenting tasks, employees are more productive and find projects more enjoyable.
Robert Walters announces new CEO for South-East Asia
In her new role, Kimberlyn Lu will look to build on Robert Walters’ relationships with organisations in South-East Asia.
More employees in Australia feeling unsafe while at work
Australian employees in small businesses are reportedly feeling harassed and bullied in their jobs, a new survey tasked for work health and safety found.
More NTT employees to be allowed to work remotely
The expansion of a remote work programme that started in July 2022 will help to attract and retain the best talent, says NTT.
Accelerating digital transformation and powering the future of work
Combining AI and machine learning, the Workday platform continues to support the business growth and development of more than 10,000 users.
Addressing the needs of employees with flexible work arrangement
Employers in Singapore have been urged to offer flexible work arrangements that help to create an engaged and diverse workforce.
Prioritise mental health for a stronger workforce, employers in Malaysia told
To boost productivity and business results, employers must prioritise their employees’ mental wellbeing, says a NGO in Malaysia.
More young fathers in Japan are prioritising family over work
As family dynamics in Japan shift, more male employees are seeking to reduce their work hours to be involved in housework and childcare.
Employees in Malaysia urged to adopt lifelong learning goal
The Secretary-General of Malaysia’s HR Ministry is encouraging employees in Malaysia to reskill and upskill themselves to remain relevant.
Manulife makes key leadership changes to drive Asia growth
Beginning July 1, 2023, Phil Witherington will assume the position of President and CEO of Manulife Asia, taking over from Damien Green.
Gender discrimination in the hiring process still prevalent in Japan
While measures have been introduced to ensure a level playing field during recruitment, employees still face gendered microaggressions and stereotypes.
Malaysia plans to publish quarterly salary statistics
Such a move, said the government, will address low salary payments and create a fair and dynamic labour market.
Australia strengthens workplace protection for vulnerable employees
The ratification of international treaties will see Australia heighten efforts to reduce workplace violence and harassment.
Employment grows in Singapore despite cooling labour demand
Retrenchments also increased for a third consecutive quarter, although employees are taking less time to find re-employment.
Job additions slow down despite record employment in South Korea
While the employment rate continues to hit record high, new job additions in the country slowed down for a second consecutive month.