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.
New Work Permit Rules for Foreign Employees in Cambodia
Cambodia’s Ministry of Labor Notification No. 110/23 clarifies the parties that are required to apply for work permits and employment cards.
A Guide to HR Compliance in the Philippines
Expatriate workers and their employers in the Philippines must understand the process of obtaining a work visa and employment permit to legally work in the country.
Thailand Issues New Investor Visa for Eastern Economic Corridor
Thailand’s Eastern Economic Corridor has issued a new investor visa in a bid to boost foreign investments in targeted industries.
Thailand to Set 2024 Minimum Wage Rate by Year-End
Thailand is set to announce a minimum wage increase for 2024, expected to surpass the inflation rate. It is likely to fall short of the initially proposed 400 baht (US$11.12) per day to mitigate potential negative impacts on small and medium-sized enterprises.
Service Contracts in Vietnam: What You Need to Know
Service contracts in Vietnam are a flexible alternative for firms to find human resources support and staff time-bound or specialized projects.
Cambodia Increases Minimum Wage for Garment, Footwear, Travel Product Sectors for 2024
Cambodia’s vital GFT industries, encompassing garments, footwear, and textiles, are set for a minimum wage increase in 2024. We’ve observed adjustments in minimum wages for various worker categories, including regular, probationary, and piece-rate employees.
Cambodia Opens Foreign Employee Quota Application for 2024
Cambodia has opened the application window for businesses to apply for the foreign employee quota. Under the quota system, only 10 percent of a local company’s workforce can be a foreign employee.