Malaysia mandates COVID-19 vaccinations for government staff
Malaysia has announced that all medically fit federal government employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19.
New South Wales makes vaccination compulsory for all healthcare staff
Healthcare staff in New South Wales (NSW) must be inoculated with the COVID-19 vaccine by September 30, said NSW health minister Brad Hazzard.
Taiwan rights group calls for more paternity leave for expecting fathers
It called on lawmakers to pass proposed amendments to an act that would allow male employees seven days of paid pre-paternity leave.
Building and managing an age-diversified and hybrid workforce
Yvonne Teo, Vice President, HR, Asia Pacific, ADP, highlights how organisations can successfully manage an increasingly diverse workforce.
Malaysia wants to stop discrimination against unvaccinated staff
Employers have been told not to impose mandatory vaccination requirements on their staff or penalise those who opt not to be vaccinated.
Workers in Singapore with positive ART test must work from home
If their jobs do not allow them to work from home, then employers must treat the period of absence as paid sick leave, said authorities.
Singapore reverts to work-from-home as default again
As COVID-19 cases continue to spike, work from home (WFH) will be the default for all employees who are able to do so.
China’s Tianjin city to extend paternity leave
Authorities in the city have launched a revision on the local regulations of population and family planning.
How ASEAN can create an inclusive and engaged workforce
HR Tech Asia Online 2021 drew to a successful conclusion with a closer look at the future of work in South-East Asia.
Australia’s casual employment law set to kick in end-September
Changes to the Fair Work Act were passed in March, allowing casual staff the right to convert to permanent employment after 12 months of work.
Redefining HR by creating new employee experiences
Day 2 of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 provided key insights into workforce issues such as employee experience, leadership, and hybrid work.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021: What’s happening on Day 3
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 concludes with the ASEAN Future of Work conference track, which puts the spotlight on South-East Asia’s workforce.
HR driving transformation of future-ready workforce
Day 1 of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 highlighted how HR leaders can help their organisations prepare themselves for the future.
Three steps to upskill and reskill employees
A new report from SumTotal Systems highlights how organisations can take a strategic approach to close skills gaps.
Australian union urges government to act on gender inequality in workplace
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) has called on the government to do more to address the gender gap for women in the workforce.
Tripartite bodies in Cambodia promote financial literacy and inclusion
Three organisations have banded together to launch an initiative to enhance financial literacy and inclusion among young entrepreneurs and SMEs.
Leadership development redefined in a digital world
Elisa Vincent, VP of Global Talent Enablement, Skillsoft, shares key insights into what it takes to be a successful business leader today.
HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021: What’s happening on Day 1
Taking place from September 21-23, HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 will provide new ideas and key insights to build HR’s roadmap for 2022.
Singapore to provide more workplace opportunities for women
A white paper with “concrete proposals” to tackle issues concerning women will be presented in Parliament in early 2022.
Calls for Taiwan to amend labour law to increase birth rate
The Childcare Policy Alliance (CPA) has urged the government to reform labour laws to boost the birth rate and retain married women in the workforce.
Australia expects teleworking to continue post-pandemic
The proportion of Australians working from home had increased from 8% to 40% over the past two year, according to an official review.
Building HR’s roadmap for 2022: The journey starts now
Taking place from September 21-23, HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021 will provide new ideas and key insights to build HR’s roadmap for 2022.
Women’s group in Malaysia calls for 2022 budget to address gender gaps
The government has been urged to address gender gaps exacerbated by the pandemic when formulating next year’s budget.
Oxfam calls for equal access to maternity care in Cambodia
The NGO has called on the government to better align laws and policies in key areas such as maternity leave, as well as cash and medical benefits.
All healthcare staff in Victoria state mandated to get COVID-19 vaccination
Thousands of Australian healthcare workers risk losing their jobs if they opt not to be vaccinated under new government rules.
Indonesian companies urged not to discriminate against female workers
Both formal and informal workplaces in the country have been encouraged not to discriminate against women and have inclusive company policies.
Union in Taiwan wants subsidised childcare leave for parents
Current guidelines states that a class should stop in-person activities if one student tests positive for the COVID-19 virus.
Shaping the future of work in ASEAN
As part of HR Tech Festival Asia Online 2021, the ASEAN Future of Work conference track will examine how to create a more inclusive workforce in the region.
China urges tech firms to protect gig worker rights
Regulators met with Chinese tech giants to discuss efforts to protect the basic rights of gig workers, following new government guidelines.
Leader of business groups opposes raising minimum wage in Taiwan
Taiwan’s Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce (CNAIC) has asked for the minimum wage for 2022 not to be raised.