HR Update: Sabah Labour Law Amendments Take Effect on May 1, 2025
The Sabah Labour Ordinance (Amendment) Act 2025 will officially come into force on 1 May 2025, following its gazettement by the Federal Government on 23 April.
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Going Global Series: Malaysia – Talent Acquisition and Compliance Overview (Part 2)
In this second part of our Going Global Series, we explore the critical aspects of hiring and compliance in Malaysia, from understanding high-paying roles in the local job market to navigating statutory obligations such as social insurance, the Employees Provident Fund (EPF), and income tax declarations.
Going Global Series: Malaysia – Talent Acquisition and Compliance Overview (Part 1)
As companies look to expand into Malaysia, understanding its workforce demographics, business hubs, and employment regulations is essential.
HR Update: Implementation of ePASS For Pass Endorsement at MYXPATS Centre
The Immigration Department of Malaysia (JIM) will implement the issuance of ePASS effective 1 March 2025.
HR Update: Notice on Changes to the Indonesia Pension Plan Wage Limit – 1st March 2025
Effective 1st March 2025, Indonesia’s BPJSTK has announced several changes to the pension plan limit.
HR Update: Free treatment at Perkeso panel clinics for work-related accidents and occupational diseases
Starting this year, all Social Security Organisation (Perkeso) contributors no longer need to pay for medical treatment at panel clinics for work-related accidents and occupational diseases.
HR Update: Effective January 1, 2025, the Social Security System (SSS) in the Philippines increased its contribution rate from 14% to 15%
Under the new rate, the contribution is shared between employers and employees, with employers contributing 10% and employees contributing 5%. Self-employed, voluntary, and non-working spouse members are responsible for the full 15% contribution.
HR Update: Changes to the Taiwan Social Contributions Rate – 1st January 2025
Please be informed that there are adjustment to the social contributions rate in Taiwan, with effective from 1st January 2025.
Essential Guide to Hiring in the UK: What are the Recruitment Laws in the UK?
From the bustling metropolis of Manila to emerging cities across the archipelago, the Philippines offers a broad spectrum of skilled professionals driving its economic growth.
HR Update: HR Update: 2025 Public Holidays in China Announced
With the approval of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, according to the “National Holidays and Memorial Day Holiday Arrangement” revised in November 2024, starting from January 1, 2025, the public holidays for all citizens will be increased by 2 days, with an additional day added to both the Spring Festival and Labor Day.