Urgent need to improve Vietnam’s young labourers’ skills
The percentage of young people in Vietnam undergoing vocational training makes up little more than 20% of the entire youth population, according to the...
More Malaysians may lose jobs this year, says MEF
Malaysians can expect more job cuts this year. Already, companies are downsizing and many have started to freeze hiring.
The Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) says...
COVID-19 widens existing gender inequalities in Vietnam
With remarkably high labour market participation rate, women in Viet Nam face multiple and persistent labour market inequalities, and carry a disproportionate double burden...
Vietnam’s labour market picks up in 2023
The labour market is bouncing back with more people getting employed in 2023 than in the previous year.
That was the remark made by Đào...
Alibaba plans to set up regional distribution hub in Malaysia, say...
Alibaba plans to set up regional distribution hub in Malaysia, say sources
Alibaba Group Holdings Limited, often referred to as the ”eBay of China” is...
Some APAC Companies React to Inflation with Salary Adjustments: Study
One in three organizations (33%) in Asia-Pacific (APAC) are reacting to the rising inflation and slowing growth, including by conducting off-cycle wage reviews. This...
HR Asia Awards 2024 kicks off in Vietnam with the theme...
The HR Asia – Best Companies To Work For In Asia Awards 2024 (HRAA) was officially launched in Vietnam by HR Asia Magazine.
With the...
Microsoft India offers enhanced family benefits
Recognising the need for a more inclusive approach, Microsoft India is introducing family caregiver leave for its staff.
Under this enhanced scheme, staff will be...
Diversity thrives, inclusion prevails: HR Asia Best Companies to Work for...
The winners of the prestigious HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia Vietnam 2023 awards have been announced by HR Asia, a...
Cathay United Bank Ho Chi Minh City branch attracts global talent
Cathay United Bank has been reaping record profits. In response to the growing Vietnamese market, CUB Ho Chi Minh City Branch is doubling its...
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Short on workers, Japan retailer hires remote cashiers living overseas
One of Japan’s largest 24-hour convenience store chains is turning to remote cashiers based overseas in a bid to tackle the country’s chronic labour...
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Job growth in South Korea falters
South Korea's employment growth in 2024 slowed substantially compared to previous years, with December marking a net job loss compared to one year before,...
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9th Malaysian Shared Services and Outsourcing Week
Venue: Malaysia
Date: 13-16 June 2022
The pandemic has proved the importance of Shared Services, and the demand for Shared Services is rising. Malaysia remains...
