Greenfield agreements expected to boost Australian businesses and jobs
Such an agreement offers employers flexibility with the circumstances of their workers, covering conditions like pay, for instance.
Australia’s unemployment rate hits record low in March
The jobless rate in the country was 4.0% in March, one of the lowest readings since 1974, and is expected to drop further.
More large Japan businesses plan to increase headcount in 2023
Out of the 117 businesses surveyed by Kyodo News, 49 firms said that they will hire more fresh graduates starting next April.
Australia invests in four new AI centres to boost employment
A$44 million (US$32.5 million) is being invested in four new artificial intelligence and digital capability centres to stimulate growth and employment.
South Korea’s unemployment rate in March near historical low
The unemployment rate in the country stood near a historical low in March, while the number of people employed rose for a 13th consecutive month.
New Delhi government to launch jobs portal in July
The platform will use artificial intelligence to draw up the best job matches and will offer end-to-end employment related information to jobseekers.
Singapore’s unemployment rate continues fall to pre-pandemic levels
Unemployment rates for February were around the quarterly average unemployment rates in 2018/2019 and are expected to hover around these levels.
Singapore’s job vacancies hit all-time high in 2021
The number of new roles was most pronounced in growth industries like information and communications, as well as professional services.
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 sees 233% rise in job roles in 2021, but at lower pay scales
Job vacancies registered on the MyFutureJobs portal grew by 232.8% to 2,480,577 openings in 2021 compared to 745,304 in 2020.
Malaysia will ensure the continual development of SMEs
By 2025, the government plans for SMEs to contribute 45% of GDP to the country, in line with the 12th Malaysia Plan, says the Prime Minister
India’s urban unemployment rate falls to 9.8% in July-September 2021
The labour force participation rate in urban areas over the same period was 46.9%, down from 47.2% year-on-year, showed official data.
Hong Kong’s unemployment drops in February quarter year-on-year
The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate fell to 4.5% in the period from December 2021 to February 2022, from 7.2% in the same period the year prior.
Majority of firms in South Korea bullish on employment market in 2022
Over 80% of businesses also plan to hire fresh graduates among their new recruits, reported the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Australia sees strong job recruitment activity in February
Recruitment activity was highest in Western Australia (59%) and Victoria (58%), revealed a report by the National Skills Commission.
Australia records lowest unemployment rate since 2008
77,400 jobs in February, with full-time jobs rising by over 4,000 a day, bringing total roles added in the month to 121,900.
South Korea’s unemployment rate in February falls to record low of 2.7%
Some 254,000 jobs were added in healthcare and social services,
while some 135,000 jobs were added in transportation and warehouses.
Two Cents: Agile mindset underpins the transition to flexible working
Organisations are increasingly seeking flexible ways of working that prioritise the well-being of employees.
China targets to create 13 million jobs this year
“Pro-job policies”, including tax and fee cuts totaling US$400 billion for businesses, especially small entrepreneurs, are planned.
Paving the way to the “new possible” in 2022
ADP highlights the role Singapore’s HR leaders can play in planning and developing the career journeys of employees in 2022.
Singapore’s labour market recovers to near pre-pandemic levels
Total employment rebounded last year, with unemployment rates falling to near pre-pandemic levels, said the Ministry of Manpower (MOM).
South Korean firms want in-coming government to create more jobs
In a poll, 95 out of 157 local companies, or 60.5%, picked jobs creation as the top policy priority for the new government.
More people find employment in Ho Chi Minh City
In the first two months of this year, nearly 55,000 people in Ho Chi Minh City found jobs, including 28,000 in February.
New Zealand’s employment grew in last quarter of 2021
This represented a third consecutive quarter of growth, where administration and construction were the largest drivers of job growth.
L&D playing key role in re-defining talent management strategies
L&D is proving to be a key tool for organisations to attract and retain the best talent in a world of digital transformation.
Unemployment continues to fall in Malaysia
The number of unemployed people fell from 687,600 persons in December 2021 to 680,400 in January this year, representing a 1.1% decrease.
Creating a diversified, equitable, and inclusive workplace
A successful DE&I strategy can help organisations drive business outcomes and advance workplace gender equality.
Malaysia sets up centres to support employment
The Human Resource Ministry will set up a one-stop employment centre in each state in stages, said its minister Datuk Seri M Saravanan.
China continues to prioritise stability of its labour market
The central government aims to create more than 11 million new jobs in urban areas this year and to keep the unemployment rate in urban areas under 5.5%.
Malaysia sees recovery in labour market and jobs creation
In January, 42,166 people found employment while 1,200 new jobs were created as the country targets to create 600,000 jobs this year.