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New Employment Pass Salary Requirements in Singapore: How Businesses Can Prepare

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Learn about Singapore’s new 2025 Employment Pass salary thresholds and COMPASS framework. Find out how businesses can prepare to meet the updated requirements.

Indonesia’s Employment Regulation: Practical Guide for Employers

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A comprehensive guide on Indonesia’s employment regulation covering contracts, wages, working hours, foreign workers, and termination procedures.

Singapore Bans Employer of Record Sponsorship: Key Alternatives for Foreign Businesses

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Understand Singapore’s ban on Employers of Record sponsorship for foreign workers and explore alternative hiring options for non-Singaporean businesses.

New Digital Nomad Visa: Thailand’s Plan to Boost Tourism

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Thailand’s new Destination Thailand Visa aims to boost tourism and attract global talent by offering digital nomads and remote workers up to 180 days of stay.

Indonesia Launches Golden Visa to Drive Investment

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Indonesia’s Golden Visa offers long-term residency to global investors, skilled professionals, and retirees.

Overhaul for Malaysia’s My Second Home Program: What You Need to Know

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Malaysia’s MM2H program introduces a three-tier system with mandatory property purchases and revised visa requirements.

Updates to Employment Permits for Professional Foreign Workers in Singapore

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Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower provides a range of employment permits for professional expatriates planning to work in the country.

The Guide to Employment Contracts for Foreign Workers in Indonesia

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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

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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

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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.

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