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Asia-Pacific Legislative Reports
Hewitt Global Report: Asia-Pacific Monthly Legislative Update
Hewitt's monthly updates summarize technical and legislative developments related to employment around the world.
 
China
Hewitt Global Report: China Labor Contract Law and Implications for Workforce Management (Draft II)
If the second draft of the Labor Contracts Law of the People's Republic of China is passed, it would fundamentally alter workforce management in the country. Employers would be required to review and likely revise existing employment arrangements.
 
Hewitt Global Report: China - Supplementary Pension Plans
Employers in China with a supplementary pension plan comprised of voluntary contributions to the local labor and social security authority must note that the bureaus are no longer permitted to accept these contributions.
 
Hewitt Global Report: Hong Kong--Use of Chinese Medical Practitioners

Effective December 1, 2006, employees in Hong Kong may consult with or seek treatment from registered Chinese medical practitioners and be eligible for the sickness-related benefits established by the Employment Ordinance.

 
Japan
Japan's New Expatriate Visa Requirement
Effective April 1, 2010, all foreign residents will be required to demonstrate proof of enrollment in the Employee Health Insurance (EHI) or National Health Insurance (NHI) program in order to renew or apply for a visa.
 
Hewitt Global Report — Japan: Increased Employer Contribution Limits for Defined Contribution Plans
The Japanese government announced that employer contribution limits for defined contribution plans will increase effective January 1, 2010.
 
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Summaries of employment statutory requirements for more than 60 countries