Singapore considers shared pool of parental leave between parents
This will result in a more equitable distribution of statutory parental leave and help reshape societal perceptions on gender roles, said MP Louis Chua.
Indonesia provides wage subsidies to lower-income workers
This year’s Wage Subsidy Assistance (BSU) will focus on Indonesian workers with salaries below Rp3.5 million (US$243).
Philippines trade union asks for minimum wage hike
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board has highlighted that the trade union’s request for a blanket pay hike is not within its jurisdiction.
New Zealand’s Fair Pay Agreements to create level playing field for workers
The new legislation aims to create an environment in which good employers are not disadvantaged by paying reasonable, industry-standard wages.
Singapore’s gig workers support mandatory CPF contributions
The government is reviewing how to better protect platform workers to meet their retirement and housing needs.
Singapore launches campaign to curb workplace discrimination
The Tripartite Alliance for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices (TAFEP) has kicked off a campaign to stamp out workplace discrimination.
Firms in South Korea begin gradual return to office
Up to 10 people are allowed to gather indoors, and establishments like cafes and restaurants would also be able to operate until midnight.
Wage subsidies of RM20.63 billion disbursed in Malaysia
To preserve 2.96 million local jobs, the government has disbursed RM20.63 billion (US$4.9 billion) in wages subsidies as of March 18 this year.
Australia sees more jobs vacancies than before the pandemic
There were 423,000 job vacancies in February this year, up from the about 200,000 in the same month two years ago.
Malaysia passes bill to increase maternity leave from 60 to 98 days
The bill, which was passed with a unanimous vote, would ensure women employees get enough rest and attract more women to enter the job market.
Vietnam raises the number of overtime hours
The National Assembly has passed a Resolution to increase overtime working hours from the current 40 hours to 60 hours per month.
Unions in Australia push for 5% minimum wage raise
The Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) is pushing for the minimum wage rate to increase to A$21.35 an hour, up from A$20.33 an hour.
Earning power of freelancers and self-employed in Japan falls
About 37% of freelance workers surveyed expect their incomes to be lower than before the pandemic going forward.
Central Bank of Malaysia calls for progressive rollout of minimum wage
Malaysia’s new minimum wage rate of RM1,500 (US$357) will take effect on May 1, and is an increase of 25% from the previous minimum wage.
New Zealand introduces Fair Pay Agreements Bill
The Fair Pay Agreements Bill has been introduced to Parliament to lift incomes and improve working conditions, especially of medium and lower earners.
How to accelerate business transformation
A new ebook produced by NTUC LearningHub and HRM Asia identifies the three key competencies building pillars for organsiations.
Workers in the Philippines wants intervention on return-to-work order
They have proposed a 50%-75% office capacity and the implementation of a reduced workweek while proceeding with a work-from-home arrangement.
Singapore’s guidelines on fair employment practices to become law
A White Paper has proposed that the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices be enshrined in law.
Thailand to review minimum wage increase
Amid rising costs of living, the National Wage Committee is expected to hold a meeting to consider the proposal to increase the daily minimum wage.
Majority of South Korean workers see value in their jobs
About 73.2% of respondents said they see value in what they do for a living in a survey conducted last year.
Australia’s budget aims to lift wages to highest level since 2013
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has promised that the federal budget will lead to an increase in real wages in the coming financial year.
Workers in Australia concerned over heading back to the office
Some 69% of workers surveyed highlighted that they were worried about the increased risks caused by COVID-19.
Workers in Vietnam’s HCMC receive sickness benefit
COVID-infected employees and those leaving their work to take care of infected children under seven years old have received sickness benefits.
Malaysia approves amendments to Employment Act
The Employment (Amendment) Bill 2021 enhances protection against discrimination, safeguards well-being, and offers flexible work options for workers.
More needs to be done to address workplace racism in Australia
Less than a third of respondents of a recent survey said their company is proactively preventing racial discrimination in the workplace.
Singapore to release final tranche of wage subsidies
By the end of March, more than 99,000 employers will receive S$840 million (US$619 million) under the Wage Credit Scheme (WCS).
Malaysia to raise minimum wage to RM1,500 on May 1
The minimum wage rate would apply to private sector companies nationwide that are employing a minimum of five workers.
Thailand plots roadmap to gender equality in business
This aims to increase women’s empowerment in the workplace and Thailand’s progress towards sustainable socio-economic development.
Big firms in Hong Kong to be excluded from government subsidies
The subsidy package will cover a monthly subsidy of HK$8,000 for each full-time employee, spanning a three-month period between May and July.
Workplace harassment to be compensated in South Korea
Under the revised Accident Compensation Act for Public Servants, sickness and death caused by workplace harassment will be compensated.