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Form I-9 vs. E-Verify: What HR Professionals Must Know to Stay Compliant — Even Outside the U.S. 

If your company is hiring employees in the United States, it is crucial to understand the legal steps involved in verifying work eligibility. Unlike in many countries, where employment documentation is primarily handled internally, the U.S. has strict federal laws requiring employers to complete specific government forms and adhere to detailed procedures.

HR Update: Mandatory Stamping of Employment Contracts Starting 2026 in Malaysia – What Employers Need to Know

The Inland Revenue Board (LHDN) has announced that all employment contracts must be stamped starting 1 January 2026, in line with the phased rollout of the Stamp Duty Self-Assessment System under Budget 2025.

HR Update: New DOLE Rules on Employment of Foreign Nationals in the Philippines

DOLE has released new regulations for employing foreign nationals under the Alien Employment Permit (AEP) system.

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.

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.