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The MPFA has introduced short-term reforms like the Employee Choice Arrangement, increased contribution caps, and the Default Investment Strategy to mitigate investment risks.

At our recent event with personal verification experts Veremark,  members were able to get exclusive insight on overcoming the challenges of COMPASS.  Here are some take-away tips on how recruiters can leverage COMPASS for a competitive advantage.

The Asia Pacific Compliance job market in the Financial Services sector is experiencing significant changes in 2024. Major banks are focusing on India and the Middle East, causing a fluctuating hiring outlook in Singapore and Hong Kong, with Singapore seeing a notable decline.

Port congestion in some of Asia’s busiest trade hubs may continue into August as ships divert from the most congested ports, causing bottlenecks at others.

Hong Kong is attracting wealthy Chinese individuals by offering favourable tax concessions and visa programmes, reversing a trend where many were relocating to Singapore.

An increasing number of companies are shifting their production or business operations to avoid tariffs and trade barriers, which could lead to a significant boost in exports from Southeast Asian countries over the next six years.

In Singapore, multinational corporations (MNCs) and local enterprises are collaborating to leverage each other's strengths for innovation and growth, enhancing supply chains, and improving sustainability.

Malaysian businesses should be aware of the recent updates from RMCD, especially the service tax rate change from 6% to 8%. It's important for businesses to review all services provided to ensure correct service tax application.

With travel retail resurging in Asia, Singapore stands out as a prime location for travel retail headquarters due to its connectivity, proximity to burgeoning markets, and proven consumer innovation.

Startup Genome's Global Startup Ecosystem Report highlights Singapore as the leading startup hub in Asia and Malaysia's Kuala Lumpur as one of the world's most valuable emerging ecosystems.

Access Partnership and Google's recent report sheds light on the transformative impact of AI on the recruitment sector in Singapore.

Singapore rises three places to regain the top position in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking in 2024, among a field of 67.

The changing demands from regulatory bodies, payers, and consumers, combined with digital transformation, have made health care organisations increasingly dependent on vendors for operational and financial efficiencies.

The global artificial intelligence landscape is experiencing a thrilling wave of innovation this year. The increased adoption of GenAI and Big Data is transforming business models for companies around the world. In the insurance sector, AI is crucial for its capacity to handle large volumes of data, reveal valuable insights, and automate intricate processes.

Singapore aims to finalise a trade agreement with Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) members, focusing on enhancing trade and promoting sustainability.

In today’s competitive job market, traditional communication channels like emails and phone calls are proving insufficient. In this blog, we explore how to enhance candidate communication with WhatsApp.

The emergence of Generative AI (GenAI) simultaneously necessitates and aids the shift towards a skills-focused approach in recruitment and HR.

In today’s dynamic business landscape, the staffing industry plays a pivotal role in connecting organizations with qualified talent.

Phaidon International's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion report gives insights into what employers and employees think about company culture, instances of discrimination, progression opportunities, DE&I training and resources at their current workplace.

The Business Times reports that over the next five years, Singapore plans to invest over S$300 million to support talent and research in quantum technology, including attempts to produce local processors for quantum computers.

The Health Information Bill (HIB) aims to govern the safe collection, access, use, and sharing of health information across the healthcare ecosystem in Singapore. 

Stronger domestic demand, expanding tourism revenues and projections of moderating inflation are among the factors, says the Asian Development Bank in its annual outlook report.

The UK has officially ratified the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), a major milestone in international trade.