Other Briefings
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Changes to the Immigration Law
Indonesia issued Government Regulation 48 of 2021 (GR 48/2021) in March 2021 which amends the country’s immigration law.
ASEAN Talent and HR Compensation Benchmarking – Latest Issue of ASEAN Briefing Magazine
In this issue of the ASEAN Briefing magazine, we provide an overview of current talent availability in ASEAN and the future factors that will impact its human resources.
How to Prepare a Foreign Worker Utilization Plan: Hiring in Indonesia
MOM Reg 8/2021 is an implementing regulation that details the requirements businesses must fulfill to hire foreign workers.
Vietnam Issues Latest Incentives for Businesses and Employees
Under Resolution 68/NQ-CP the government has unveiled several financial packages to employers and employees affected by the fourth wave of COVID-19.
Singapore to Increase Central Provident Fund Contributions From 2022
Singapore will increase the Central Provident Fund (CPF) contribution rates for employees aged 55 to 70 years from January 1, 2022.
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: Provisions on Minimum Wage
Indonesia’s GR 36/2021 has eliminated the sectoral minimum wage while establishing a provision for hourly pay for part-time workers.
Foreign Employees and Work Permits in Vietnam: Decree 152
Vietnam’s Decree 152 overlooks the management of foreign workers in Vietnam as well as the hiring of Vietnamese employees that work for foreign businesses.
Reopening of the Malaysia-Singapore Border: Strict Health Protocols to Impact Travelers
As of May 17, visitors from both countries can cross the border for compassionate reasons, such as visiting family members that are critically ill.
Indonesia’s Omnibus Law: The New Unemployment Benefit Program
Indonesia’s GR 37/2021 introduces the country’s first ever unemployment benefit program, which provides cash stipends and training to the unemployed.
Minimum Wages in ASEAN for 2021
Due to the pandemic, many ASEAN members did not raise their minimum wages or did not raise them significantly.
