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Faces of HR: “I believe people learn best when learning is connected to a meaningful purpose,” says Karen Tay

The VP of Core Services, Merz Aesthetics APAC believes development goes beyond training, with real growth taking shape when people understand why learning matters and can apply it in practice.

01 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

HRO’s regional roundup: 4 stories you shouldn’t miss this week

From interviews on AI-powered EX and people-focused leadership to a senior HR appointment at Samsung Vietnam and Coal India’s Singapore expansion, here are our freshest reads of the week from the region.

01 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Faces of HR: Karen Diaz on building your next leader before you need one

The Schneider Electric Country HR Director – Philippines believes HR is at its best when it helps people grow, feel heard, and prepare for what is next.

01 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

September school-holiday rush: Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints

Travellers are advised to plan ahead for trips from 4 to 14 September, and to generate QR codes in advance for passport-less immigration clearance.

01 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Coal India plans Singapore trading hub to target critical mineral assets

The coal producer says it is seeking to diversify beyond coal, with its first overseas trading office expected to support critical minerals deals and overseas asset acquisitions.

01 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

PM Anwar announces 300-litre BUDI MADANI limit, with 400 litres for eligible pickups and jeeps

The higher BUDI MADANI fuel allocation is among a series of measures coming up, including complimentary AI application subscriptions for youths, increased financing for small businesses, and more.

01 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Taiwan leads Asia in workplace AI adoption as confidence in future skills tops region: Survey

Nearly 80% of professionals in Taiwan believe AI will have a positive impact on their future career opportunities, while critical thinking and fact-checking emerge as the most valued skills for the future.

01 September 2026
• Tracy Chan

Singapore to open more than 300 cooling centres if heatwave strikes

The centres will be activated under the national heatwave response plan, with the public alerted at least four days in advance through myENV.

01 September 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Singapore to ramp up focus on high-calibre research and innovation talent under new 2030 plan

"Under RIE2030, we will continue to deepen this base and broaden our talent mix — nurturing not only excellent scientists and researchers, but also innovators, entrepreneurs, and engineers who can translate ideas into solutions and impact," said Heng Swee Keat, Chairman, National Research Foundation.

01 September 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Winning Secrets: TechConnect's shared commitment is all about putting people at the centre of transformation

Employee experience is a strategic capability that drives innovation, leadership readiness, and sustainable business growth, says Yuni Lasti Faulinda, VP People Strategy, TechConnect.

31 August 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Malaysia haze worsens: 21 areas record unhealthy to hazardous air quality

Serian IPD recorded the country’s highest API reading at 475, while 20 other areas across Sarawak, Sabah, Peninsular Malaysia and Labuan also recorded unhealthy or worse air quality.

31 August 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Meet the finalists: HR Excellence Awards 2026 - Thailand

Returning for its sixth year, we will shine a spotlight on organisations driving meaningful progress in workplace transformation, while welcoming three new categories to the programme.

31 August 2026
• Chee Jean Wen

Hong Kong Observatory may issue Standby Signal No. 1 as Saudel remnant intensifies

More showers and squally thunderstorms are expected across parts of Hong Kong tomorrow, with the public advised to stay updated on the latest weather information.

31 August 2026
• Tracy Chan

Dry promotions return as two-thirds of employees refuse extra responsibilities without more pay: Survey

Gen X and Baby Boomers appear to be most affected by dry promotions, with more than half doing much more work and 86% receiving nothing in return.

31 August 2026
• Tracy Chan

Winning Secrets: How NCSS is designing belonging into the hybrid employee experience

As Angela Wong, Director HR and HR leader reflects, technology may enable hybrid work, but intentional moments of connection are what help employees feel a genuine sense of belonging.

28 August 2026
• Sarah Gideon

Singapore to strengthen heat stress protection for outdoor workers, with four measures becoming mandatory

From 1 December 2026, employers will have to provide heat stress training, cool drinking water, emergency cooling supplies, and suitable protective clothing, as part of MOM’s enhanced framework.

28 August 2026
• Umairah Nasir

Selangor steps up haze preparedness as unhealthy API readings persist

The state will intensify preventive measures if API readings reach 101–150, activate wider disaster-management coordination at 151–200, and consider school closures and cloud seeding at 201–300.

28 August 2026
• Sarah Gideon

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Faces of HR: “I believe people learn best when learning is connected to a meaningful purpose,” says Karen Tay

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Qantas ground workers vote for strike action amid pay and safety dispute

Thailand visa exemption: 60-day stay to be replaced by 30-day and 15-day limits from 15 September

September school-holiday rush: Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints

Malaysia haze worsens: 21 areas record unhealthy to hazardous air quality

Singapore to strengthen heat stress protection for outdoor workers, with four measures becoming mandatory

Faces of HR: “I believe people learn best when learning is connected to a meaningful purpose,” says Karen Tay

HRO’s regional roundup: 4 stories you shouldn’t miss this week

Faces of HR: Karen Diaz on building your next leader before you need one

September school-holiday rush: Heavy traffic expected at Woodlands and Tuas checkpoints

Coal India plans Singapore trading hub to target critical mineral assets

PM Anwar announces 300-litre BUDI MADANI limit, with 400 litres for eligible pickups and jeeps

Taiwan leads Asia in workplace AI adoption as confidence in future skills tops region: Survey

Singapore to open more than 300 cooling centres if heatwave strikes

Singapore to ramp up focus on high-calibre research and innovation talent under new 2030 plan

Winning Secrets: TechConnect's shared commitment is all about putting people at the centre of transformation

Malaysia haze worsens: 21 areas record unhealthy to hazardous air quality

Meet the finalists: HR Excellence Awards 2026 - Thailand

Hong Kong Observatory may issue Standby Signal No. 1 as Saudel remnant intensifies

Dry promotions return as two-thirds of employees refuse extra responsibilities without more pay: Survey

Winning Secrets: How NCSS is designing belonging into the hybrid employee experience

Singapore to strengthen heat stress protection for outdoor workers, with four measures becoming mandatory

Selangor steps up haze preparedness as unhealthy API readings persist