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.

Essential Guide to Hiring in the UK: What are the Recruitment Laws in the UK?

Navigating UK recruitment laws is not merely a legal obligation for recruiters and employers; it is fundamental to ethical and responsible hiring practices.

HR Update: Upcoming Changes to CPF Contribution Rates and Ordinary Wage Ceiling in Singapore

Exciting updates are on the way for Singapore’s Central Provident Fund (CPF) starting January 1, 2025!