Malaysia’s employers and unions not expecting “Big Quit”
Group representatives from employers and workers do not foresee a mass resignation of employees in the short term unlike in Europe or the US.
China increases maternity leave to encourage births
Several regions in China have extended maternity leave by at least 30 days, in the latest effort to address record-low birth rates in the country.
Mastering the next stage of EX management
Qualtrics highlights the core competencies needed for organisations to grow and improve their EX programmes.
Redefining the role of the CHRO in a changing world of work
The CHRO Online Series continues December 2 with CHRO Singapore highlighting how CHROs can help develop human-centric leadership in 2022.
Japan mulls tax break for companies raising wages
The government is considering granting a tax break for companies which raise salaries of all employees, including new and non-regular workers.
China’s Sichuan province takes tough stance on overtime work
Sichuan province conducted a week-long inspection on overtime work and takes “zero tolerance” towards employers who breach labour laws.
Indonesia looks to bridge existing gender pay gap
The Manpower Ministry is optimistic of closing the wage gap between male and female workers, and to increase the level of female participation at work.
Guidelines for unvaccinated, on-site workers issued in the Philippines
A “no work, no pay” scheme should only serve as a last resort for employers when dealing with their unvaccinated workers.
CHROs paving the way for organisational success
The CHRO Online Series continues December 2 with CHRO Singapore examining the critical roles CHROs play in driving organisational success.
Full vaccination mandated for some workers in New Zealand
Unvaccinated staff in businesses where customers need to show My Vaccine Pass cannot work unless they are fully inoculated against COVID-19.
People-centric HR management important for the “now of work”
CHRO Malaysia highlighted some of the key challenges facing CHROs today, including placing their people at the heart of all business strategies.
South Korea’s gender pay gap highest in OECD
Out of the 38 members of the OECD, South Korea ranks highest in the pay gap between male and female employees in 2020.
Why EX should be a business priority in 2022
More organisations are recognising the significant role EX can play in attracting, retaining, and developing talent, says Qualtrics.
Japanese minister calls for firms with strong earnings to increase salaries
Chairman of the Japan Business Federation also backed the call, encouraging profit-earning firms to increase workers’ wages.
CHROs taking the lead in building the future organisation
CHRO Malaysia, taking place today, will provide key insights into how CHROs can lead their organisations successfully into the future.
Vietnam proposes aid package for employees returning to work
To attract people who have gone back to their hometowns to return to work after lockdown, the government is working on a support package.
Vaccination for on-site workers to be mandated in the Philippines
The new measures will take effect on December 1, and those who choose to be unvaccinated will have to shoulder the cost of COVID-19 tests.
Amendments to Malaysia’s Employment Act “falls short”
Although maternity leave has been extended from 60 to 90 days, this is less than the International Labour Organisation’s standard of 98 days.
Indonesia prioritises workplace safety and workers’ health
Health minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin has called for more attention to be paid to the safety of workers in the workplace, particularly their health.
The CHRO of the future: Looking at HR through a new lens
HRM Asia’s CHRO Online Series 2022 continues November 19 with CHRO Malaysia examining the role of the future CHRO.
Embracing human-centric leadership in shaping the future of work
HRM Asia’s CHRO Online Series 2021 continues November 18 with CHRO Malaysia discussing how HR is taking the lead in shaping the future of work.
Hong Kong pushes for weekly COVID-19 test for public workers
Unvaccinated government staff may need to get tested for COVID-19 every week instead of once every two weeks.
All work, with play: Maximising employee engagement
Vaibhav Jain, CEO and Founder of Hubilo, explains why businesses must rethink employees’ experience and leverage technology to overcome challenges.
Largest business lobby in Japan calls for more female worker support
Keidanren aims to reduce the number of women who are forced to quit their jobs to care for their children or nursing care for their parents.
Redefining the role of the CHRO in building the future organisation
HR leaders will have to adapt to digitalisation, balance empathy at work, and promote smart risk-taking in the workplace.
How CHROs can help build the future organisation
HRM Asia’s CHRO Online Series 2021 continues November 18 with CHRO Malaysia re-examining the role of HR leaders in the future organisation.
South Korea’s wage divide between sectors widens
Workers in internet service firms saw their pay rising in the first half of 2021, while those in the travel sector experienced a slump.
Hong Kong to offer flexible employment for mothers
Chief Executive Carrie Lam noted that it was important to retain mothers in the workforce while offering them better childcare support.
Malaysia priorities safety of employees working from home
Malaysia is making amendments to the Employment Act 1955 on flexible work to ensure employees can work safely from home.
Low wage workers to benefit from Australia’s new superannuation law
The introduction of the regulation will abolish the current A$450 minimum threshold for workers to qualify for superannuation.