New policies, laws must safeguard jobs
The unprecedented growth in technologies along with fast digitalisation of all sectors of the economy calls for new policies and laws aimed at safeguarding the labour sector, an expert has opined.
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Viet Nam and Cambodia to promote cooperation in labour, vocational training
Việt Nam and Cambodia are set to boost cooperation in labour and vocational training, according to a conference held between the two countries’ labour ministers on Wednesday.
Trade unions up against NGO for labour welfare
Center for Alliance of Labour and Human Rights (CENTRAL) landed in big controversy after trade unions alleged that the NGO for labour welfare is trying to break the unity and solidarity of the Cambodian workers.
Labour, sex worker traffickers employ technology as shield against authorities
Human trafficking or human slavery is causing much concern in the Kingdom with traffickers using modern technology to shield themselves from being detected,
Sweden to help promote labour market in Cambodia
Cambodia will work together with the Swedish Embassy on how they can promote the labour market, especially for youth, women and disabled people.
Young adults told to reskill for jobs of tomorrow
The UNDP in Cambodia has called on the young adults to gear themselves for the jobs of tomorrow and adapt to the so-called ‘Industry 4.0’ that will be dominated by robotic and digitalisation.
New initiative in education sector to meet labour market demand
The Ministry of Education has called on stakeholders to contribute to the culture of research and innovation for the period 2021-2022 to increase the quantity, improve the quality, and expand the equity of educational resources in Khmer language.
Gov’t starts ninth round of cash aid
For the ninth time, the government has come forward to help cushion the impact of the pandemic on the country’s labour force and the poor.
Cambodia marks International Labor Day without fanfare
The government today marked the 135th International Labour Day without any gathering due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Regional ministers begin talks on migrant labourers
Labour Ministers from Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Vietnam meet.
Cambodia and Sweden to strengthen labour cooperation
Cambodia and Sweden are seeking to strengthen cooperation in the labour sector.
Labour Minister submits recommendations to ADB
Labour Minister’s recommendations are focusing on the labour sector in Cambodia.
Chinese language at forefront
Amid an influx of Chinese investment into Cambodia, local residents are starting to see Mandarin as an important skill.
Ministry launches booklet to promote gender equality
Labour Ministry launches a booklet of new strategies to promote gender equality.
Workers’ rights groups hand over petition to government, business groups
A petition to protect workers’ rights.
Government seeks to prepare labour force over automation
Labour Ministry hosts an event to discuss the future of work with labour experts.
Japan’s labour shortage eats away at work culture
Japanese companies are facing stiff competition for talent.
Nike, Adidas, and Levi Strauss concern over Cambodia labour and human rights
Nike, Adidas, and Levi Strauss express concern over the labour and human rights situation in the country.
City Hall bans rallies during May Day celebrations
City Hall is allowing unions and labour organizations to celebrate the Labour Day.
Ministry prepares for upcoming work safety day
The Labour Ministry reminds for preparations for the World Day for Safety.
Challenges confront Japan’s working visa overhaul
In December 2018 the Japanese parliament approved a new immigration law to bring a slew of foreign workers to Japan from April 2019.
Sweden contributes to Arbitration Council
Sweden is contributing $268,000 to the Arbitration Council Foundation.
Factory, workers start strike negotiations
Workers are demanding that the company pay the first instalment of their wages on the 17th of each month and the remainder on the 5th of the following month.
Bangladesh increases wage of protesting garment workers
The Bangladeshi government raises the pay of millions of garment workers.
Central concerned over targets
The Centre for Alliance of Labour and Human Rights has found that companies are annually increasing production targets for workers in tandem with the rise in minimum wages.
Japan passes controversial bill to open door to foreign blue-collar workers
Japanese bill to welcome foreign workers.
SAD WEDDING MUSIC
Written by Kim Pichpinun, “Sad Wedding Music” gives readers another aspect of the suffering of one person who had encountered two different miserable times during the time of Lon Nol and Pol Pot. Published by Khmer Writers Association in 1998, the book earned the 2nd prize of 7 January Literature Award in 1997.
Kuwaiti minister’s visit signals renewed cooperation
Kuwait’s Minister of Social Affairs activates MoU signed in 2009 during her last visit.
Code issued for labour inspectors
Labour Minister signs a code of conduct for labour inspectors to carry out their duties professionally, independently and impartially.
Prep for digital revolution must start now, ADB official says
The government should start refashioning its institutions and policies to adapt 4IR.
