Sustainable growth a key focus for companies in South Korea
The CEOs of POSCO Group, KT and Samsung SDI identified strengthening social responsibilities and securing competitiveness as their focus for 2023.
Patrick Graham appointed as CEO of Manulife Hong Kong and Macau
The appointment of Graham highlights Manulife’s commitment to Hong Kong and Macau and the company’s ambitions in the region.
Creating a healthier, happier and more productive workplace in 2023
Improvements to hybrid work and workplaces adding social aspects to bring people together are some of the workplace trends that can be expected in 2023.
The Philippines commits to a violence-free workplace
The ILO Convention 190 policy protects employees from violence and harassment, which includes gender-based discrimination at work.
Amendments to Malaysia’s Employment Act kick in
The amendments are largely based on the International Labour Organisation standards, which provide a framework for addressing labour issues.
Emergency regulation replaces job creation law in Indonesia
The law is amended to include a component for the formula used to determine minimum wages that take purchasing power into consideration.
Alibaba makes leadership changes to HR and tech divisions
Among the several leadership changes, Jane Jiang Fang will take over as Chief People Office, while Wu Zeming succeeds Cheng Li as CTO.
Forget HR tech predictions—the future is unpredictable
Although there is a desire for clarity regarding the future of the industry, it is challenging to make accurate predictions.
Japanese government committed to raising wages
A lack of wage growth is Japan’s biggest challenge, notes Deputy Chief Cabinet Secretary Seiji Kihara, and the government is committed to addressing it.
New labour policies taking effect in Taiwan next year
In addition to raising the minimum wage floor, premiums for Labour Insurance and National Health Insurance have also been revised.
Japan’s unemployment rate fell in November
The economy and pandemic resurgence, however, have reportedly led organisations in Japan to be more cautious about hiring.
Xiaomi names new president following leadership changes
William Lu, the current Senior Vice President of Xiaomi, will be promoted to President, replacing Wang Xiang who will be retiring this month.
South Korean internet platform ends remote working policy
Depending on the state of the pandemic in the country, all employees are required to return to the office starting next March.
Remote work still an option for over half of firms in Tokyo
Based on a study by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government, 44.5% of teleworkers work remotely three or more days a week on average.
Redesigning EX for 2023? Put purpose at the centre of your plan
Organisations can create a productive and meaningful workplace for employees by developing an experience based on purpose.
Over two million workers in the Philippines receive financial assistance
The Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE) distributed cash and employment assistance totalling PHP8.6 billion to displaced workers.
Malaysia defers minimum wage order for small businesses
The Malaysian government has postponed implementing the RM1,500 (US$339) minimum wage order to 1 July 2023 after consulting stakeholders.
AXA Philippines names Bernardo Serrano López its new CEO
His two-decade journey with the French insurance company deepens as he moves from the Colombia office to the Philippines.
Achieving positive employee wellbeing goes beyond remuneration
As hybrid work continues, firms are encouraged to prioritise the wellbeing of their employees to retain and support their journey towards fulfilling careers.
DOLE issues holiday pay guidelines in the Philippines
The Philippines has different pay policies for special working days, regular holidays, and special non-working days for December 24, 25 and 26.
Customer harassment leaves employees in Japan feeling depressed
Verbal abuse was the most common type of customer harassment, followed by scolding, repeated complaints, and intimidation.
Organisations in Japan plan to hire more new graduates
There will be more opportunities to hire new graduates next spring as Japan gradually recovers from the pandemic.
Workplace giving programmes may help reach philanthropy goals
The Australian government believes more efforts can be made to encourage workplace giving and make it a key component of national philanthropic goals.
The Philippines remains uncertain on wage hike despite inflation
Several labour agencies in the Philippines have been undertaking separate studies to determine if a wage increase should be granted.
More employees in South Korea took parental leave in 2021
Fathers who took parental leave account for 24.1%, up 1.5 percentage points from the previous year, reflecting changes in social norms.
Ten key sectors targeted to receive skills training in the Philippines
The Department of Labour and Employment (DOLE) plans to align education requirements with relevant agencies to equip citizens with the skills they need.
Malaysian union urges enactment of revised Employment Act
The Malaysia Trades Union Congress (MTUC) opposes retailers’ request to delay the implementation of changes to Employment Act.
Employees in Taiwan less optimistic about pay raise in 2023
A survey in Taiwan cited a weaker economic growth and employment outlook next year as the reasons for the downbeat sentiment.
Changing a negative mood into positive energy at work
Having conflicts at home can leave employees in a bad mood, but they can boost their mental wellbeing by finding connections at the workplace.
Employers in Malaysia can choose not to offer flexible work
Instead of enforcing flexible working hours, the amendments proposed for the revised employment act are aimed at increasing employee productivity.