We start with our Comparative Article this month, which compares and contrasts the rules across the region in relation to long term sick leave. More about that here. Vietnam is considering major changes to its Labour Code. Some of the key provisions are discussed here. Over in Thailand, the much anticipated data protection act now … Read more
Our Asia comparative article this month compares and contrasts the rules across the region in relation to long term sick leave. This month, we consider the legal obligations on employers in Japan, China and Indonesia. You can access the article here. Read more
In a bid to increase the diversity of workforces, and increase access to employment for those with disabilities, Taiwan has a quota for the number of disabled employees. We take a look at how this works in practice. Read more
This month in our comparative table here, we consider the legal obligations on employers considering a transfer of business/undertaking, focussing on the position in China, Indonesia and Thailand. Read more
South Korea continues to overhaul its labour and employment landscape. We look at some upcoming changes to the notice of dismissal provisions and the prohibition of workplace harassment rules – both effective this year. Read more
There are complicated rules which govern when and how a foreign entity can operate in Indonesia without establishing a local entity. Companies should pay particular attention to employment structures in such circumstances. Read more
On 15 December 2018, Decree No. 148/2018/ND-CP (“Decree No. 148”) came into effect. Decree No. 148 introduced amendments to Decree No. 05/2015/ND-CP, the legislation designed to provide guidance on the implementation of the Labor Code. The key changes are explained below. Read more
Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower (“MOM”) has issued a new regulation, MOM Regulation No. 10 of 2018 on Procedures for the Utilisation of Foreign Workers (“Reg 10/2018”), which implements President Regulation No. 20 of 2018 on Expatriate Utilisation (“PR 20/2018”). Employers employing expatriates working in Indonesia should be mindful of the additional obligations introduced through Reg … Read more
