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SCWO to launch Workplace Counselling and Support Service for women returning to work

These new initiatives aim to give workers facing discrimination or harassment clearer support, while testing practical solutions for women re-entering the workforce.

25 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

3 fascinating Mid-Autumn Festival facts you may not know

HRO wishes you all a happy, harmonious, and gratitude-filled Mid-Autumn Festival!

24 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Singapore organisations with over 200 employees required to have at least one certified HR professional from July 2028

The requirement is one of five recommendations accepted by the government to strengthen human capital capabilities, alongside measures covering workforce planning, AI use, and people leadership.

24 September 2026
• Priya Sunil

Faces of HR: Mark Hernandez on balancing compassion with high expectations in HR

"SLAs and KPIs still matter but creating HR impact is how you bring value to the organisation," says the Head of Human Resources - South Luzon, International Container Terminal Services.

24 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Up the ranks: Dr. Amit Khanna takes on CHRO role at Jindal (India) Limited

In his new role, Dr. Khanna will focus on strengthening talent management, organisational development, employee engagement and building a future-ready workforce.

24 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Unemployment in Malaysia rose to 520,300 in July 2026

This was an increase from 517,800 in June. That said, continued labour force growth kept the unemployment rate unchanged at 3%.

24 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Singapore's automation push: JTC, Kajima pilot autonomous construction equipment; Schneider Electric invests S$25mn in Tuas hub

JTC and Kajima are piloting autonomous heavy machinery for construction sites, while Schneider Electric is upgrading its Tuas distribution centre with smart warehouse systems, as automation gains ground across Singapore’s industrial sectors.

24 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Winning Secrets: How Sun Life Grepa turned an employer-brand gap into the promise to 'Unleash Your Brightest Self'

With candidates more familiar with Sun Life than Sun Life Grepa, the company turned to employee feedback to uncover an authentic employer brand – and is now working to make that promise consistent across the employee experience.

24 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Singapore's core inflation hits two-year high of 2.2% as services, food, and retail costs rise

The rise points to continued pressure on household budgets, as higher inflation across services, retail & other goods and food "more than offset" lower private transport inflation.

23 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

HR Professionals Day special: 5 things HR wishes the rest of the workplace understood

As we celebrate on 26 September, let's take a light look at what HR actually does, and the things they wish the rest of the workplace understood.

23 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Hong Kong to extend MTR services and implement road closures for Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations

The public are advised to plan ahead and pay attention to public transport operating hours during the festive period.

23 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Hong Kong's manpower shortage projected to narrow to 130,000 by 2028 as AI reshapes workforce

Demand remains acute across key sectors despite an improving manpower outlook, while AI is expected to drive significant restructuring of clerical roles.

23 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Nine killed as Typhoon Dujuan triggers flooding and landslides in eastern Japan

The storm brought torrential rain, flooding, and landslides to eastern Japan, with Chiba Prefecture among the hardest-hit areas after enduring severe weather earlier this year.

23 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Eligible vehicle owners in Malaysia can now transfer diesel aid beyond immediate family

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said the expanded transfer facility follows appeals for greater flexibility, while owners of multiple diesel vehicles can immediately transfer eligibility for up to three vehicles.

23 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

PERKESO expands Op Kesan 2.0 to cover gig workers, hawkers, and self-employed Malaysians

PERKESO has registered 1.17mn gig workers to date, with enforcement involving platform providers set to begin on 1 October 2026.

23 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

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How can employers strengthen fair recruitment and hiring practices to prepare for the Workplace Fairness Act?

With the Workplace Fairness Act expected to take effect by end-2027, now is the time for employers to review how they attract and hire talent. In this first part of a two-part series, we look at how job analysis and fair job advertisements can help build a stronger foundation for fair recruitment.

23 September 2026
• Contributor

Faces of HR: Chiz Hau Chang on why wellbeing begins with how we see

"Wellbeing isn't simply about feeling better, it's about seeing differently, and that can change everything," the Deputy Director, Employee Wellbeing, NTU, reflects.

23 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

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How can employers strengthen fair recruitment and hiring practices to prepare for the Workplace Fairness Act?

Reflect, reframe, reset, and reinforce: 4 ways to advance Workplace Fairness under the new law

Inside the Boardroom: Join our exclusive event in Manila for BFSI’s top decision-makers

Preparing for the Workplace Fairness Act: Assessing your organisation’s readiness

From family ties to fair practices: Grievance handling in SMEs

Faces of HR: Mark Hernandez on balancing compassion with high expectations in HR

Winning Secrets: How Sun Life Grepa turned an employer-brand gap into the promise to 'Unleash Your Brightest Self'

HR Professionals Day special: 5 things HR wishes the rest of the workplace understood

HR Excellence Awards 2026

香港2026年10月1日起擴展短期訪客計劃至「社會福利」界別

Hong Kong expands short-term visitor scheme to social welfare sector from 1 October 2026

Hong Kong announces special traffic and cross-boundary arrangements for National Day

PERKESO expands Op Kesan 2.0 to cover gig workers, hawkers, and self-employed Malaysians

How can employers strengthen fair recruitment and hiring practices to prepare for the Workplace Fairness Act?

SCWO to launch Workplace Counselling and Support Service for women returning to work

3 fascinating Mid-Autumn Festival facts you may not know

Singapore organisations with over 200 employees required to have at least one certified HR professional from July 2028

Faces of HR: Mark Hernandez on balancing compassion with high expectations in HR

Up the ranks: Dr. Amit Khanna takes on CHRO role at Jindal (India) Limited

Unemployment in Malaysia rose to 520,300 in July 2026

Singapore's automation push: JTC, Kajima pilot autonomous construction equipment; Schneider Electric invests S$25mn in Tuas hub

Winning Secrets: How Sun Life Grepa turned an employer-brand gap into the promise to 'Unleash Your Brightest Self'

Singapore's core inflation hits two-year high of 2.2% as services, food, and retail costs rise

HR Professionals Day special: 5 things HR wishes the rest of the workplace understood

Hong Kong to extend MTR services and implement road closures for Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations

Hong Kong's manpower shortage projected to narrow to 130,000 by 2028 as AI reshapes workforce

Nine killed as Typhoon Dujuan triggers flooding and landslides in eastern Japan

Eligible vehicle owners in Malaysia can now transfer diesel aid beyond immediate family

PERKESO expands Op Kesan 2.0 to cover gig workers, hawkers, and self-employed Malaysians

How can employers strengthen fair recruitment and hiring practices to prepare for the Workplace Fairness Act?

Faces of HR: Chiz Hau Chang on why wellbeing begins with how we see