Other Briefings
Regional Minimum Wages to Increase Across Vietnam 2024
Vietnam’s Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs has proposed a six percent increase in the minimum wage, effective July 1, 2024.
The Guide to Employment Contracts for Foreign Workers in Indonesia
Applying for an employment permit in Indonesia as a foreigner involves several steps and requirements. We provide a detailed guide.
Indonesia Introduces Bridging Visa Policy
Indonesia has introduced a new ‘bridging visa’ policy which enables foreigners to stay in the country while they are processing their resident permits.
Formalized Flexible Work Arrangements to Be Introduced in Singapore from December 2024
Singapore is set to implement new guidelines requiring all employers to have a formal process in place for workers to request flexible work arrangements, starting December 2024.
Indonesia’s Minimum Wage Rates for 2024
Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower announced the increase of minimum wages across the country for 2024.
New Salary Criteria for Hiring Foreign Executives in Singapore
Singapore will increase the salary criteria for foreign executives and professionals working in the country from January 1, 2025.
Religious Holiday Allowances in Indonesia: Obligations for Businesses
With the upcoming Eid-al Fitr holiday in Indonesia, businesses must pay the religious holiday allowance, also known as Tunjangan Hari Raya (THR).
Malaysia’s Revised Residency Program: Tackling Cost Concerns
Malaysia’s government revised its residency program, the Malaysia My Second Home program, and eased the requirements by which foreigners are eligible for the residency permit.
Updates on Indonesia’s Social Security Schemes
The Indonesian Government introduced the second amendment to the Work Accident Benefit and the Life Insurance social security programs.
Boosting Tourism: Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore Target Chinese Travel Spending
Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore are offering visa-free travel to Chinese tourists during the first Spring Festival (Chinese New Year / CNY) holiday since Beijing lifted pandemic travel restrictions.
