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Medical workers from Kazakhstan recently underwent training in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatment methods in Beijing, China. The training, organized by the Xi'an TCM Brain Disease Hospital and the Kazakhstan Association of Traditional Medicine, focused on teaching participants the theoretical basis of TCM and its application in treating
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About 170 EPA employees, including some anonymously, signed a "declaration of dissent" letter criticizing the agency's shift away from environmental protection and human health. The employees accused the agency of undermining the environment and human health, pointing to budget cuts, rollbacks of pollution regulations, and a
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As part of its current employee survey, UNIQA Insurance Group not only gained valuable insights into employee experience but also made a positive impact on international children's aid projects. The survey, which was completed by 10,869 employees from 12 countries, demonstrated a high level of engagement and
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The Ministry of Labour in Qatar held a workshop for owners of domestic worker recruitment offices, focusing on the latest developments in digital transformation and electronic services available through the Ministry's unified platform. The event aimed to discuss challenges related to recruitment procedures and enhance cooperation and coordination
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Bangladesh is facing a huge demand for skilled workers in Japan, according to Expatriates' Welfare and Overseas Employment Adviser Professor Dr Asif Nazrul. To meet this demand, Bangladeshi workers need to acquire necessary skills and expertise, which is a significant challenge for the country. The adviser emphasized the importance
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The Karnataka state government has issued draft rules for the Gig Workers' Welfare Board, outlining a system for aggregators and gig-work platforms to self-declare their contributions to the welfare fund. This move marks a significant step in operationalizing the state's social security push for the gig economy.
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More than 170 employees of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have published a declaration of dissent against the Trump administration's policies, stating that they undermine the EPA's mission of protecting human health and the environment. The employees, including scientists, academics, and environmental protection specialists,
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As the Hong Kong Observatory issues rainstorm warnings, the Labour Department (LD) is reminding employers and contractors to take necessary precautions to protect their employees while carrying out electrical work or handling electrical plant. A spokesman for the LD emphasizes that employers and contractors should refer to the "Code
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Italy is set to grant 500,000 additional work permits to non-EU nationals between 2026 and 2028, part of a broader strategy to address labor shortages and demographic challenges. The decision aims to increase the number of foreign workers in the country, particularly in sectors facing shortages. The move follows
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (Pagcor) has entered into a memorandum of agreement with the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to provide financial assistance for the deportation of foreign workers hired by illegal offshore gaming operators, commonly known as Pogo workers. The P50 million funding will be released in two
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The Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR) has approved a significant grant to support the deportation of foreign workers employed by illegal offshore gaming operators. The PHP50 million funding will be utilized by the Bureau of Immigration (BI) to cover repatriation expenses of those held at the BI Warden Facility
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Mandaue City Mayor Thadeo 'Jonkie' Ouano has expressed concern over the persistent delays in releasing salaries for Job Order (JO) and Contract of Service (COS) employees, with some reports indicating delays of up to four months. On his first official day in office, Ouano met with department heads
