HR Tech Fest Connect 2021 brings organisations into the future of work
At HR Tech Connect 2021, HR visionaries and experts like Anita Lettink and Josh Bersin will address the key priorities facing HR leaders in 2021.
35% of 2020 job openings in Singapore were for remote work
MOM has reported that 35% of job vacancies last year could be done remotely, adding that these openings were largely for PMET roles.
Thailand approves 3rd stimulus package worth US$60.5 billion
The cabinet has approved its third stimulus package of 1.9 trillion baht (US$60.5 billion) to help workers and businesses get through the pandemic.
Business sentiment strong among Singapore SMEs
The sentiment index for Q2’21 and Q3’21 hit 49.9, rising from an index of 48.2 in the previous quarter, marking the highest reading since COVID-19 began.
Innovate in the face of uncertainty
A new eBook from Indeed highlights why now is the right time for organisations to review their hiring strategies, despite the prevalence of economic uncertainty.
Malaysia needs comprehensive labour market policies to aid recovery
Malaysia needs to put in continued effort to catalyse economic transformation and create high-skilled jobs, said the central bank governor.
Innovative Startup Act helps new entrepreneurs in the Philippines
The inception of Republic Act 11337 will help entrepreneurs bring their innovative ideas to fruition by providing them with government support.
Kellogg fuels their global workforce with frequent recognition
Kellogg picked the Achievers Employee Success Platform to redefine their recognition and rewards programme goals.
Malaysia amending employment law to cater for WFH
The government is proposing a change to the current employment law to support a work-from-home (WFH) culture even in the post-pandemic era.
Redefining the next era of work
A new survey by the Institute for Corporate Productivity aims to inform decisions made by thousands of organisations and business leaders now and in the years ahead.
Singapore adopts flexible and hybrid work model
Remote working will be scaled down in the South-East Asian country as more employees are allowed to return to the workplace.
Thailand stock exchange partners government to upskill students, boost startups and SMEs
It aims to promote sustainable business operations in all dimensions of the capital market industry.
Leading change through an emphasis on driving the human experience
Through a new webinar series, SAP SuccessFactors will examine how CHROs can drive both workplace digital transformation and employee experience.
Japan’s largest business lobby aims for more women representation
Measures include the implementation of a support programme for women on matters of hiring and promotion to upper management and executive roles.
New wage code in India to change salary structures
Employees, especially those with high allowances, are likely to see a major change in their salary structures if the new wage code kicks in from April 1.
Malaysian employers group says retirement age should not be raised
A blanket increase of the retirement age to 65 and beyond could adversely impact the labour market, causing unemployment among younger workers.
Over 10,000 employers in Singapore received jobs support in 2020
This help included outreach activities, expanding career conversion programmes, and introducing job transformation programmes.
Building a future-fit workforce through learning
In a new report, Skillsoft highlights why learning will continue to play a pivotal role in building a future-fit workforce in a new world of work.
Vietnam aims for e-government by 2025
Minister of information and communications Nguyen Manh Hung has said the country plans to implement a digital government by 2025.
Singapore’s employment rate among women remained stable in 2020
Singapore’s Manpower Minister also highlighted that a welcome change in the workplace would be having more women representation in company boards.
Thriving and championing the people agenda in the new now
Through a new webinar series, SAP SuccessFactors will examine how CHROs can drive both workplace digital transformation and employee experience.
Malaysian SMEs must adopt digital technology in post-COVID era
Entrepreneur development and cooperatives minister has said SMEs must ready themselves with digital technology.
Two thirds of large South Korean companies negative on hiring
Some 63.6% of the largest 500 companies in South Korea surveyed said that they have no plans for recruitment.
China aims to create more new urban jobs in 2021
Premier Li Keqiang has said China plans to create more than 11 million new urban jobs this year, an increase from last year’s goal of over 9 million.
South Korea aims to create 300,000 service sector jobs by 2025
The government aims to help small shop owners and firms set up a smart business system to support their transition into contactless operations.
Hiring demand in Taiwan expected to spike in Q2 2021
The Ministry of Labor (MOL) has said the demand for workers should rise in Q2 this year due mainly to the expansion in the electronics sector.
Foreigners on a dependant’s pass will need a work pass to work in Singapore
Businesses hiring DP holders will have to comply with the requirements for hiring, which includes the relevant quotas, levies and qualifying salaries.
Japan installs teleworking booths in city metros
These teleworking cubes have since been installed at various stations and office building entrances across cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Nagoya.
Developing East Asian countries underperform in adopting innovation
The World Bank said all 10 developing East Asian economies, except China, have innovated less than expected in relation to their per capita incomes.
Hong Kong will face unemployment woes for more than three years
Unemployment will plague Hong Kong for years ahead, and that it may take more than three years for the jobless rate to fall below 5%.