South Korea raises minimum wage by 5.1% in 2022
The minimum wage for 2022 has been set at 9,160 won (US$7.7) per hour, the first time it has exceeded 9,000 won (US$7.5).
India to implement new labour codes in FY2022-23
The Labour Ministry is planning to implement all four new labour codes in the new fiscal year, set to replace 29 current labour laws.
P250-million fund assists startups for job creation in the Philippines
The Department of Trade and Industry has partnered with the National Development Co to set up a P250-million (US$4.9-million) fund for local startups.
18% of Japan’s companies plan to raise salaries by 3% or more
Despite calls for firms to raise pay by more than 3%, only 18% have indicated that they will do so at the upcoming wage negotiations.
No change to minimum wage in Myanmar
The minimum daily wage will remain at Ks4,800 (US$2.67) as decided by the National Committee on Minimum Wage.
More support urged for Singapore’s gig workers
It was also proposed that platform companies should provide a baseline level of coverage for work injuries sustained by these workers.
Taiwan increases paid leave for expectant mothers
The amended law also allows spouses of pregnant women to take up to seven days of paid leave to attend prenatal appointments with their wives.
Jakarta’s minimum wage hike faces backlash
The Indonesian Employers’ Association has said that it was considering a lawsuit to block the governor’s proposition of a larger increase.
More South Korean employees want to work shorter hours
77.8% of salaried workers are in favour of the 52-hour workweek, a policy launched in 2018 to reduce long working hours.
Smaller firms in Japan can transfer costs to larger businesses
This is to prevent larger firms from taking advantage of their size and setting unfairly low prices when engaging in business with subcontractors.
Taiwan to increase minimum wage for 2022
The Executive Yuan has approved the raising of the minimum monthly wage to NT$25,250 (US$913) and the minimum hourly wage to NT$168 (US$6).
4.7 million displaced workers supported in the Philippines
Altogether, the government has disbursed PHP26.1 billion worth of social protection assistance under various programmes.
Most workers in the Philippines will receive 13th-month pay
More than 80% of employers have given their workers their 13th-month pay as required by labour laws, or will do so in January.
Japan PM urges companies to increase wages next year
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said he would do everything possible to create an environment for firms to raise wages.
Singapore extends COVID-19 recovery grant to December 31 next year
Applicants who did not receive support under the grant this year can receive up to three tranches in 2022 should they meet the requirements.
More Australian professionals resigning for jobs with better pay
Professionals who have postponed their career moves during the pandemic are now quitting their jobs for better-paid ones.
Singapore doles out over S$400 million under Jobs Support Scheme
Supporting the wages of over 380,000 local workers, this brings the total amount of JSS support to over S$28 billion since the scheme was introduced.
Retaining talent begins with understanding what employees want
If managed well, organisations can transform the ‘Great Resignation’ to the ‘Great Attraction’, attracting and retaining the best talent.
Japan enacts additional budget to fund economic recovery package
To cover most of the supplementary budget, the government will have to issue new bonds worth 22.1 trillion yen by March 2021.
Jakarta increases provincial minimum wage for 2022
The provincial minimum wage of Jakarta has been raised by 5.1% to IDR4.6 million for 2022, according to Jakarta Governor Anies Baswedan.
Thailand launches 2nd phase of job retention programme for SMEs
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can now register for the second phase of the recently announced Job Retention SME programme.
Hiring incentives help retain local workers in Malaysia
As of December 3, some 15,097 employers and 116,316 employees have received PenjanaKerjaya 1.0 benefits worth RM639.3 million.
Indonesia aims to distribute wage subsidies by year end
The Ministry of Manpower is aiming to finish distributing the Wage Subsidy Assistance (BSU) to 1.7 million beneficiaries by the end of 2021.
The whole new world of work: Emerging trends in 2022
Jeanne Achille, Founder and CEO of The Devon Group, describes emerging trends that HR needs to consider for 2022.
Cambodia plans third co-financing scheme for SMEs
The government will, through the state-run SME Bank, offer US$250 million worth of loans to SMEs in the country.
Malaysia mulls enacting new regulations for gig sector
New legislation is being considered to protect and safeguard the welfare and safety of workers in the gig sector.
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Major Japan business lobby says it will not set wage hike goal for businesses
However, the group will still encourage companies that have recovered their earnings to raise wages in line with government recommendations.
Indonesia to implement job-loss insurance in 2022
The government is committed to implementing the Job Loss Insurance (JKP) programme, commencing 2022, said the Manpower Ministry.
Prenatal leave sought for working fathers-to-be in Taiwan
Democratic Progressive Party legislator Fan Yun has called on the government to grant expectant fathers a week of prenatal leave.