Hong Kong’s 14-week maternity leave takes effect December 11
The maternity leave pay is to be calculated at four-fifths the daily average of the wages earned by the employee.
Cambodia’s plans to buy vaccine lifts business confidence
The decision to purchase COVID-19 vaccines for the kingdom’s citizens is set to boost business confidence and the prospect of economic recovery.
Country should raise minimum wage, says the Malaysian Trades Union Congress
An increase in the retirement age instead, would affect new jobseekers, says MTUC.
Australia: Employers can offer part-timers extra working hours, but not on overtime basis
The change in policy aims to create more flexibility for employers and more hours for employees.
Delhi sets new guidelines for government employees
After allowing half of its staff to work from home last week, the Delhi government is now asking them not to leave the city without permission.
Australian government rolls out new measures to strengthen casual worker rights
The country employs 2.6 million casual workers, with 1.35 million of them working regular shifts.
Taiwan hires fewer workers aged 50 and above
The labour participation rate of people aged 50 and above is found to be significantly lower than that of Japan, South Korea and the US.
Why reskilling and upskilling will be critical to organisational success
Cornerstone OnDemand’s new research highlights the importance of organisations improving the skills of their people in order to face future challenges.
South Korean female workers in non-regular jobs hit record high of 4.09 million
Non-regular jobs include temporary jobs, contract jobs, and other roles with low job security.
South Korea: Govt advises SMEs to prep for shorter working week
The Ministry of Labor and Employment will implement the 52-hour cap on the working week for SMEs as scheduled.
Japan to extend jobs subsidy until February 2021
The subsidy scheme covers part of leave allowances firms pay to furloughed workers, subsidising up to ¥15,000 (US$144) per day.
Hong Kong govt staff to WFH for the third time this year
Chief executive Carrie Lam has announced sweeping measures to stop the spread of COVID-19, ordering all government employees to work from home (WFH).
Building workforce capabilities and resilience for the future
Over 100 CHROs attended CHRO Online Singapore, which shared insights on how organisations can identify workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience.
Understanding current and future capability needs in your business
Emma O’Dell, Director of Client Capability, BPP, shares some insights on how organisations can identify capability needs.
India sets new rules for staggered office hours, night curfews
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has updated its guidelines to combat the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Identifiying workforce capabilities and fostering workplace resilience
At CHRO Online Singapore, speakers from BPP, Achievers and ADP will examine the challenges and opportunities facing organisations in 2021.
More training needed to foster productive employment: Malaysia’s Economy Minister
Malaysia has transitioned into an ageing society, where 7% or more of the population are aged 65 and above.
CHRO Online Malaysia: Redefining leadership in a transformed workplace
Over 120 CHROs attended CHRO Online Malaysia, which highlighted the key priorities facing HR and business leaders in 2021.
Singapore prioritises employees’ physical and mental well-being
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will work with employers and building owners to better manage infectious diseases in the workplace.
Philippines: Hiring falls by more than 50%, fierce competition for jobs
COVID-19 has caused hiring in the country to decline by more than 50%, with more applicants vying for the same job.
Taiwan sees fall in number of furloughed workers
This marks an improvement from June’s high number of 31,000, which has fallen as the economic impact of COVID-19 has waned.
CHRO Online Malaysia examines leadership priorities in 2021
Thought leaders like Jason Averbook and Josh Bersin will join speakers from ADP and Microsoft in discussing some of the key challenges facing leaders .
Japan sets up support body for foreign workers
The move by the Japanese government seeks to make the country more attractive for foreigners to work in by taking care of workers’ wellbeing.
Singapore’s world talent ranking rises one level
Singapore has been ranked ninth in 2020’s list of the most competitive countries for talent globally, by the IMD World Competitiveness Centre.
Workers in Indonesia sent home without pay amid recession
With Indonesia falling into its first recession in 22 years, an increasing number of workers are being laid off without pay.
Number of layoffs by SMEs spikes in South Korea
The percentage of workers “temporarily laid off” by small and medium sized companies rose sharply from 28.0% in August to 50.1% in September.
45.2% of workers in South Korea can take off days whenever they want: Survey
This ratio is lower among female, non-regular, and low-income workers.
Singapore government sets up taskforce to tackle migrant workers’ mental health care
Actions will be implemented in three overlapping phases over the next two years.
CHRO Indonesia Online looks at what’s ahead in 2021
Over 130 CHROs attended CHRO Indonesia, which examines issues such as how HR tech will impact the workplace in 2021.
Degrees good, skills essential – The new validation for today’s workforce
Skills will form the key component in driving today’s workforce, as companies begin to place a higher value and focus on skills.