Taiwan’s unemployment rate hits 6-month low in October
In October, a total of 456,000 people were out of work, down 15,000 from the previous month, as the domestic employment market continues to improve.
Malaysia continues to deliberate on minimum wage
The National Wage Consultative Council (MPGN) is still discussing whether to maintain or increase the minimum wage rate.
The HR development ecosystem in Southeast Asia
Dr Oliver Crocco, who will be speaking at CHRO Singapore, highlights why HR development in ASEAN should be seen as part of an ecosystem.
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.
Pay gap widens between regular and non-regular workers in South Korea
The proportion of non-regular workers in the country has also been increasing, rising by 5.5 percentage points from 2017 to 2021.
53.4% of Japan’s workers satisfied with job change
A recent government survey showed that slightly more than half of workers who have changed jobs have found more rewarding careers.
Singapore to cut support for businesses as COVID-19 curbs eased
Wage support to businesses in sectors hit hard by the pandemic, such as F&B, retail, and tourism, will be lowered from 25% to 10%.
Malaysia helps more than two million workers stay employed
The government has distributed RM19.21 billion (US$4.6 billion) under its Wages Subsidy Programme (PSU) as of October 29.
Japan announces US$490 billion stimulus package
The package has been reported to include cash support for small companies, as well as pay raises for nurses and care workers.
South Korea sees increase in non-regular jobs in 5 major cities
Over the last four years, five major cities outside Seoul have driven the increase in the proportion of non-regular jobs in the country.
Taiwan awards civil servants 4% wage hike
The move is expected to benefit 820,000 military personnel, public school teachers and civil servants, and 200,000 contract workers.
Indonesian government told to act against minimum-wage violators
The government has been urged to strictly monitor the minimum wage implementation and take ‘firm action’ against violators.
Singapore’s workforce urged to transform to face new job challenges
As the labour market changes, it should serve more employees by expanding its reach and addressing workers’ holistic need, said Singapore’s Deputy PM.
Japan to help non-regular workers switch careers
To help non-regular workers affected by the pandemic, several hundred billion yen has been set aside to implement a job-transfer-support project.
Malaysia steps up protection for self-employed and gig workers
From 2022, the bulk of the cost of public insurance costs for the self-employed and gig workers will be paid by the state.
Indonesia sees improvement in job creation
The Central Bureau of Statistics has revealed a year-on-year rise in the number of people in the working population in 2021.
China created 11.33 million jobs in urban areas in first ten months of 2021
China’s surveyed urban unemployment rate averaged 5.1% from January to October this year, as more young people gained employment.
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.
New Zealand urged to increase minimum wage for essential workers
The Council of Trade Unions’ call to increase the minimum wage to NZ$22.75 is in line with the current living wage.
MSMEs in the Philippines told to ensure payment of 13th month pay
Micro and small businesses are provided with the option to apply for a government loan to pay employees their 13th month salary.
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.
Digital literacy crucial for Cambodia’s workforce
The kingdom needs to upgrade its workforce skills, maximise youth dividend and accelerate digital transformation, said the UNDP.
Indonesia’s minimum wage to increase by at least 1.09% in 2022
The final decision on the increase will be decided by the governor of each province, and based on the data published by Statistics Indonesia.
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.
Essential employees in NSW to lose COVID-19 compensation protection
The state government plans to repeal the automatic compensation rights for essential workers under section 19B of the Workers Compensation Act 1987.
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.