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Singapore: How Employers Should Count Local Employees for Work Permit Quotas from 1 July 2026
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) determines the local workforce count based on whether employees meet the Local Qualifying Salary (LQS) requirement.
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Vietnam Payroll Update: New Social & Health Insurance Contribution Ceiling from 1 July 2026
Under Decree No. 161/2026/ND-CP, issued on 15 May 2026, the Vietnamese Government has increased the statutory base salary from VND 2,340,000 to VND 2,530,000 per...
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Colombia Introduces a New Mandatory Public Holiday Under Law 2578 of 2026
Law 2578 of 2026 establishes 9 July each year as the Day of Our Lady of the Rosary of Chiquinquirá, declaring it a mandatory national...
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Singapore Raises Work Permit Employment Age from 1 July 2026: What Employers Need to Know
Singapore's Ministry of Manpower (MOM) will implement new age limits for Work Permit holders from 1 July 2026.
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Mexico’s 40-Hour Workweek Reform: The Complete Phased Schedule Employers Need to Know
Mexico is undergoing one of the most significant labour law changes in recent years through a reform that will gradually reduce the standard workweek from...
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Case Study: We Solved a Problem That Was Delaying New Hires Before Their First Day in Japan
What happens when a successful hire cannot secure accommodation? This Japan case study highlights how housing challenges can become onboarding challenges, affecting both employee experience...
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UAE Payroll Compliance Update: What Employers Must Do Under the New Wage Protection System
Effective 1 June 2026, Ministerial Resolution No. 340 of 2026 establishes a revised framework that places greater emphasis on payroll accuracy, payment timelines, and employer...
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Australia’s 2026 Wage Increase: What Employers Need to Do Before 1 July
The Fair Work Commission has announced increases to modern award wages and the National Minimum Wage, effective from the first full pay period starting on...
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Why Workforce Audits Matter: Lessons from Saudi Arabia’s Latest Labour Reforms
Recent labour reforms in Saudi Arabia demonstrate why proactive workforce compliance matters. Explore how regular workforce reviews can help businesses manage risk and adapt to...
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