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HKTE’s Felix Chan: Hong Kong's next talent opportunity lies in helping global innovators scale across the GBA

In this exclusive conversation with HRO, HKTE Director Felix Chan explains what matters to global entrepreneurs when choosing where to grow their businesses.

15 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

China says new exit and entry regulations will not affect ordinary travellers

Authorities stressed that the new measures are designed to combat cross-border illegal activities and will not restrict ordinary travellers with legitimate travel needs.

15 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

MTI highlights AI growth opportunities and risks for Singapore economy

Firms are encouraged to adopt AI to improve productivity and redesign jobs, while tapping on national support will help build local AI capabilities and monitor gains, Minister Tan See Leng said.

15 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

MITRA unveils RM59.76mn funding for Indian entrepreneurs, students, religious institutions & community programmes

The package includes RM10mn in education aid, up to RM20,000 each for eligible Gurdwaras and churches, and RM250,000 for a crime-prevention programme in Melaka.

15 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Faces of HR: “Give people room to stretch, stumble, and grow,” says Jin Hui Yau

Schneider Electric’s HR Director believes meaningful development can come through stretch assignments, lateral moves, and new challenges, giving people the space to learn through experience.

15 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Hanoi introduces new framework to attract strategic investors

The new measures set out priority sectors, investment thresholds, and incentives as the Vietnamese capital looks to bring in more high-value projects.

15 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

The finalists are in: HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2026 – Malaysia

This 21st edition of the awards spans 33 categories, including three new ones focused on HR analytics, compliance, and employee self-service.

15 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Faces of HR: Why tomorrow’s capabilities need to be built today, as told by Shibani Priyadarshini

She talks about the need for L&D to look beyond capability gaps, to prepare people and organisations for future business needs.

15 September 2026
• Priya Sunil

Century-old Hong Kong brand Amoy Food sold to China's largest condiment maker

The acquisition brings together two long-established Chinese food brands, with the companies aiming to leverage their combined strengths in branding, manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain operations.

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14 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

At the helm: Kuala Lumpur Kepong names Lee Jia Zhang as Chief Executive Officer

Lee Jia Zhang, currently KLK’s Chief Operating Officer, will take over as CEO from 1 October 2026, following a career spanning various businesses and leadership roles within the Group.

14 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Faces of HR: How Kazuhiro Aoyama and Irene Goh are making people the foundation of business growth

For SATO’s global L&D leaders, sustainable business growth starts by helping people grow: as individuals, colleagues, and contributors to a shared purpose.

14 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Political salaries in Singapore: Wrap-up on Parliament debates on gradual adjustment

PM Lawrence Wong says the revised framework will address a 15-year gap while avoiding an immediate move to the new S$1.8mn MR4 benchmark. Salaries will instead be adjusted progressively based on individual performance and responsibilities.

14 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Up the ranks: Sasha Vijayananthan takes on role of Senior VP, HR for APMEA at Sodexo

She brings more than 30 years of experience across HR, governance, enterprise risk, and transformation, having held leadership roles at Bumi Armada, Sime Darby, and more.

11 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

From fixed assignments to fluid talent: How mobility can move into the future

"Global mobility can no longer be viewed solely through the lens of relocation," says KPMG's mobility expert, Murray Sarelius. Instead, he stresses, the focus should be on how we deploy talent and skills. Event report by Sarah Gideon.

11 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

SK hynix revises wage deal, boosts cash share of performance bonuses to 50%

The union is expected to conduct a company-wide vote on the revised proposal from 15 to 16 September.

11 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Informal employment in Malaysia fell to 3.28mn in 2025

While the overall share has fallen since 2023, the sector remains a major source of income and opportunity, particularly for self-employed workers, micro-entrepreneurs and those in services.

11 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Faces of HR: Jeslin Lim on finding possibilities in the moments that matter

"The real learning often begins after the theory — when I experiment with an idea, put it into practice, review the effectiveness, and calibrate from the experience," she tells us.

11 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

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HKTE’s Felix Chan: Hong Kong's next talent opportunity lies in helping global innovators scale across the GBA

Faces of HR: “Give people room to stretch, stumble, and grow,” says Jin Hui Yau

Faces of HR: Why tomorrow’s capabilities need to be built today, as told by Shibani Priyadarshini

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HR Excellence Awards 2026

Digital sovereignty climbs APAC boardroom agenda as AI adoption accelerates

Hong Kong unveils first Five-Year Plan and Policy Address, prioritising AI, talent, and population development

China says new exit and entry regulations will not affect ordinary travellers

Political salaries in Singapore: Wrap-up on Parliament debates on gradual adjustment

8.5mn workers remain covered by LINDUNG 24/7 after-hours protection

HKTE’s Felix Chan: Hong Kong's next talent opportunity lies in helping global innovators scale across the GBA

China says new exit and entry regulations will not affect ordinary travellers

MTI highlights AI growth opportunities and risks for Singapore economy

MITRA unveils RM59.76mn funding for Indian entrepreneurs, students, religious institutions & community programmes

Faces of HR: “Give people room to stretch, stumble, and grow,” says Jin Hui Yau

Hanoi introduces new framework to attract strategic investors

The finalists are in: HR Vendors of the Year Awards 2026 – Malaysia

Faces of HR: Why tomorrow’s capabilities need to be built today, as told by Shibani Priyadarshini

Century-old Hong Kong brand Amoy Food sold to China's largest condiment maker

At the helm: Kuala Lumpur Kepong names Lee Jia Zhang as Chief Executive Officer

Faces of HR: How Kazuhiro Aoyama and Irene Goh are making people the foundation of business growth

Political salaries in Singapore: Wrap-up on Parliament debates on gradual adjustment

Up the ranks: Sasha Vijayananthan takes on role of Senior VP, HR for APMEA at Sodexo

From fixed assignments to fluid talent: How mobility can move into the future

SK hynix revises wage deal, boosts cash share of performance bonuses to 50%

Informal employment in Malaysia fell to 3.28mn in 2025

Faces of HR: Jeslin Lim on finding possibilities in the moments that matter