Human Resources
Mercedes-Benz axes up to 15% of jobs in China
Mercedes-Benz has begun implementing workforce reductions of up to 15% in China, primarily targeting its financing and sales units as...
Read moreGig economy platforms in Malaysia calls for further refinement of Bill
Industry players in Malaysia’s gig economy have expressed concern over the draft of the Gig Worker’s Bill. In a joint...
Read moreExtended senior employment through increased CPF rates for Singapore’s older workers
The Singapore government will increase Central Provident Fund (CPF) contribution rates for those aged above 55 to 65 by 1.5...
Read moreMalaysia Health Ministry seeks moratorium on 45-hour shift implementation for nurses
The Ministry of Health (MOH) has requested a moratorium on the implementation of the 45-hour workweek for shift workers, which...
Read moreTaiwan and Japan open doors to Indonesian workers—government stresses local opportunities
Indonesian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arrmanatha Christiawan Nasir addressed the job opportunities offered by Taiwan and Japan to Indonesian...
Read moreWomen and young employees hardest hit by workplace stress in Malaysia
Workplace stress in Malaysia is escalating, with employees feeling unsafe to voice concerns, harassment going unchecked, and burnout reaching critical...
Read moreMeta approves plan for bigger executive bonuses following 5% layoffs
Executives at Meta stand to get bigger bonuses this year. The company said in a corporate filing Thursday that it...
Read more10 Countries Experimenting with a 4-Day Work Week
Recognizing an attitudinal shift in work-life culture, more and more countries are experimenting with or committing to the 4-day work...
Read moreHong Kong’s inaugural AI-focused recruitment drive seeks to fill high-demand tech roles
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) successfully hosted the “AI in Action” Career Day, attracting over 3,000...
Read moreImmersion, strengthening global leadership talent programme concluded in Singapore
upGrad, Asia’s leading integrated skilling and lifelong learning platform, successfully concluded its exclusive 5-day immersion programme in Singapore for learners...
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