We have an upcoming webcast entitled “China Labor Contract Law and Unionization Issues” on September 16, 2010, 11 AM EDT. 

The labor contract law from January 1, 2008 has become almost consistently enforced as of mid-2010. These regulations apply to both domestic and foreign firms operating in China. The law has sections on employment contract requirements and minimum wage and safety regulation stipulations. Many employers are still unfamiliar with these changes and their effects on operations in China.

Additionally, the webcast will cover the dramatic increase of unionization in China and the effects on foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs). Many foreign firms are being pressed by the Chinese government to open their doors to state-backed unions if they have not done so already. In China’s increasingly volatile labor environment, it is crucial for foreign firms to be up to date on the latest developments so that they can best protect their interests in China.

To learn more about these topics, please join our “China Labor Contract Law and Unionization Issues” webcast. Our website also has details on our other HR consulting services.

In July 2010 the All-China Federation of Trade Unions (ACFTU), China’s government-affiliated trade union body, announced that union leaders throughout the country will begin to receive their salaries directly from unions, rather than from companies. This change is expected to take place in early 2011. The ACFTU cited autonomy as the primary reason for the transition. Currently, union leaders are required to be paid directly by the companies whose workers they represent. The ACFTU claims that this leaves union leaders vulnerable to pressure from companies and inhibits their ability to full perform their duties. More…Other articles of interest in the August edition of the Asian HR eNewsletter:

• SALARIES BEGIN SLIGHT RISE IN JAPAN
• KOREA ANNOUNCES NEW “SMART WORK” INITIATIVE
• THAILAND THREATENS INCREASED ENFORCEMENT OF MIGRANT LABOR LAWS

We also offer Asian HR Publications that provide you with the labor issues of various countries throughout Asia.

A May 2010 survey conducted by the Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM) reveals that salaries are once more on the rise in Hong Kong. In January 2009, less than one in three companies surveyed in the city had increased salaries over the previous year. In January 2010, this number surged above 90%. Read more here.

Other topics in the June edition of the Asian HR eNewsletter include:

• Honda Strikes May Have Broader Implications For Foreign Companies in China
• Labor Unrest in Taiwan
• Expat Packages Becoming Less Common in Asia

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Whereas fifteen years ago the Chinese labor laws were outlined in a 20-page memorandum, today HR regulations have become significantly more detailed, and enforcement of such laws has increased. Benefit programs are also developing quickly and the country is trying to enact national policies. Moreover, retention issues have become increasingly important. How do you find the right Chinese executives for your company?Please attend our China HR and Recruiting webcast on June 3, 2010. This 90 minute session will include a 60-minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes for Q&A. The presenter is Mr. Ames Gross, president and founder of PBI.

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Webcasts are just one of our HR Consulting services for Asia. Please visit our website to learn about other ways we can help you recruit the perfect candidate.

Increased hiring in Taiwan has eased the pressure on government authorities to protect the local workforce from competing against foreign labor for jobs. As a result, Taiwan’s Council for Labor Affairs (CLA) announced in April new revisions to its foreign employment regulations…  Read more here.Other topics in the May edition of the Asian HR eNewsletter include:

• Labor Disputes Continue to Rise in China
• Labor Reform in Japan May Lead to Increased Availability of Talent for Foreign Companies
• Foreign Ownership Policy Relaxed in Indonesia

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Pacific Bridge will be exhibiting at the 2010 SHRM Staffing Management Conference on April 26-27 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Stop by our booth #401  to learn more about our company and how we can help you with recruiting/headhunting and human resources consulting projects in Asia.

The April 2010 issue of the Asian HR eNewsletter is up! This issue’s topics are:

• China Issues New Rules on Foreign Representative Offices
• New South Korean Labor Union Alliance May Spark Labor Culture Shift
• Mixed Results from Japan’s Annual Wage Negotiation
• India to Have Highest Wage Increase in Asia-Pacific Region

Learn more about how we can help you with your Executive Search in Asia, General Business Consulting for Asia, and more.

We have an upcoming webcast on “Recruiting and Retention Issues in China” on March 16, 2010, 11 AM. China is growing at an accelerated rate. Recruiting and retention issues are changing rapidly. Today, there are more recruiting options available to locate Chinese executives, but retention issues have become just as important. How do you find the right Chinese executives to run your business in China? Are locals, expatriates, or returnees best suited for positions in your company? Please attend our China Recruiting and Rentention Issues webcast on March 16, 2010. This 90 minute session will include a 60 minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes for Q&A See the detailed outline and sign up…

The September 2009 issue of the Asian HR eNewsletter is up!

This issue’s topics are:

• Employee Death Sparks Outrage at Sourcing Factories in China
• Recent Election Likely to Bring New Labor Policies in Japan
• Unit Labor Costs Decline in South Korea
• New Laws Promote Unionization in Vietnam

Read the September 2009 issue now.

The August 2009 issue of the Asian HR eNewsletter is now up on the site!

The topics of this issue are:

• Ethnic Tensions in Chinese Factories
• Japan Debates Minimum Wage Increase
• Trade Unions Gradually On the Decline in South Korea
• Singaporean Government Continues to Promote Employee Training and Retention Program

Read the current issue here.