Tribunal to bolster Malaysian gig workers’ rights
The setting up of the Gig Consultative Council and Gig Workers Tribunal are among the priorities for empowering the country’s employment ecosystem within the next two years,…
Policy Matters
Indonesian government rolls out minimum wage rule late, drawing union ire
The regulation introduces a new formula for calculating provincial minimum wages, combining inflation with economic growth multiplied by a factor known as alpha. The figure…
Japanese ruling, opposition parties aim to conclude reduction of Diet seats in joint council debate by next spring
At a party heads’ meeting of the LDP and the JIP recently, the two ruling parties confirmed that the council will lead the debate between the ruling and opposition camps so that…
Amnesty International calls for release of Bangladeshi journalist Anis Alamgir
Rehab Mahamoor of Amnesty International in a statement said Anis's arrest reflects an "alarming trend of individuals being targeted for being perceived to support" Awami League's…
Vietnamese graduate’s death renews scrutiny of Korea’s visa rules
Tu Anh, 25, was found dead in the yard of a car parts factory in Daegu on Oct. 28 after falling from the building while hiding during a workplace crackdown by immigration…
Banning dynasties in the Philippines
The writer says that what the country needs is "nothing short of a comprehensive reform package, which creates real political parties, punishes corruption and vote-buying, and…
Fire equipment checks stepped up across Hong Kong following Tai Po blaze
The Fire Services Department has maintained close collaboration with property management organisations since the Nov 26 fire that tore through seven of eight buildings of the Wang…
Delhi government enforces stricter rules amid severe air pollution
The stringent anti-pollution measures, including work from home, No PUC-No Fuel, and a ban on older vehicles, are set to take effect from today, December 18.
Mongolian police launch nationwide “Alcohol-Free New Year” campaign amid rising crime rates
The initiative aims to curb alcohol abuse during the holiday season, educate the public on legal risks, and prevent accidents and injuries typically associated with New Year…
China steps up measures to stimulate consumption
Economists said that a robust and expanding consumer base not only powers China's high-quality development but also provides a stabilizing force for the global economy amid…