Malaysian minister advocates for more women in leadership roles
Through advocacy in government-linked and private firms, Malaysia wants to achieve the goal of 30% female representation in key decision-making roles.
Increase in off-hours work among employees in Taiwan
A survey by the Ministry of Labour found that more employees are having to spend more of their leisure time to address work-related issues.
Sony promotes Hiroki Totoki to President
Totoki’s appointment as President highlights his expertise in driving growth through business diversification and strategy planning.
Australia aims to create diverse female leadership in the workplace
The Women of Colour Executive Leadership Programme is launched to help diverse women advance their careers.
Employees in Japan allowed to pursue side careers
More firms in Japan are allowing their employees to take on second jobs to foster skills development and gain opportunities for career advancement.
Why your organisation should be prioritising DE&I
A failure to focus on DE&I lowers organisations’ standing among consumers and make them a less attractive proposition for employees.
Remote work leads to increased productivity
Employees working from home are using the time saved from not having to commute on increasing their productivity, says a new report.
More employees in Singapore chose to change jobs in 2022
The rise in career mobility is attributed to more employment opportunities and is most prevalent among employees aged 30 and below.
Is flexibility the solution for the future workplace?
Flexible working arrangements (FWAs) can help increase productivity and retain talent, but organisations need more support to implement them.
Microsoft Japan makes key leadership appointment
Miki Tsusaka has been named as the new President of Microsoft Japan and will lead key initiatives for Microsoft in Japan.
Australia offers paid leave scheme to combat family and domestic violence
Employees affected by domestic violence and family violence will be able to take time off without losing their jobs.
Singapore’s total employment grows for fifth consecutive quarter
While hiring sentiments remain positive, momentum in the labour market is expected to ease, says the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
Singapore strengthens fair employment guidelines
Employers are encouraged to consider employees’ cultures, values, and beliefs in any activities, programmes or policies that are not work-related.
The Philippines plans more support for growing freelance workforce
A bill filed by Senator Sherwin Gatchalian aims to provide freelance workers with better protection and social services.
Samsung offers employees low-carbon meals
The diet policy aims to minimise greenhouse gas emissions while using eco-friendly materials in the organisation’s cafeterias.
Take a break, employees in the UAE told
When working for five consecutive hours, employees employed in the private sector can take a break of at least one hour.
A purpose-driven work culture unlocks people’s potential
Kara Cheung, General Manager, Hong Kong and Macau, Amgen, explains the importance of setting up a purpose-driven work culture.
Employees in South Korea must pay more to support pension scheme
As South Korea’s population ages and more employees leave the workforce, pension reserves are predicted to deplete by 2055.
SMEs in Japan plan to offer higher wages
More organisations in Japan intend to raise wages to keep pace with inflation, including those that had previously done so.
Workplace models play a crucial role in success
To ensure the success of an organisation, leadership skills and effectiveness must evolve along with their workforce, a survey finds.
Bill lowering retirement age to 56 passed in the Philippines
Government employees in the Philippines who have worked for 15 years and reached 56 will be entitled to a lifelong old-age pension under this bill.
Boosting pay a priority for employers in Vietnam
88% of the organisations in Vietnam intend to raise salaries this year despite the forecast of a global economic downturn.
Unilever allows employees to swap public holidays
With the interchangeable holiday policy, employees at Unilever are free to exchange a public holiday for another day that is more significant to them.
Millennials in Hong Kong desire healthy lifestyles
Health and wellness are important to millennials, and they are willing to spend on what is of importance to them.
Unemployment remains low despite drop in jobs in Australia
Vacancies remain at historically high levels in Australia, indicating strong employment and a healthy labour market.
The HR tech market categories to watch this year
Josh Bersin provides his outlook on the areas in the HR technology market that will have the most growth potential in 2023.
Investment in ESG management grows in South Korea
Companies spent more than 5 trillion won (US$4.04 billion) on managing environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives in 2022.
What’s keeping CEOs in APAC up at night?
Business leaders are looking to redefine their priorities to focus on maximising value while driving profits in today’s challenging marketplace.
Employees in Singapore seek new employment opportunities in 2023
Employees are also recognising the importance of upgrading their skills and learning new ones to expand their career options.
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