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The future looks bright as Japan returns from COVID-era economic and employment issues. Like most countries, Japan’s economic performance has been significantly affected by the COVID-19 global health crisis, and its GDP has been shrinking for several consecutive terms since
One of the world’s largest economies, India is working to overcome its talent shortages and hire qualified professionals across many job sectors. India is the world’s largest democracy and fifth-largest economy. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, it remains the fastest-growing economy
China’s largest commercial and financial center welcomes foreign professionals to fill its many vacancies. By Mary Anne Thompson, founder, and president, GoinGlobal, Inc. Shanghai is among the world’s most populous cities. It is China’s most important seaport and one of
Job opportunities abound as talent shortages persist in prosperous, stable Hong Kong. By Mary Anne Thompson, founder, and president, GoinGlobal, Inc. Prosperous Hong Kong boasts high incomes, ranking 11th among the world’s richest countries by GDP per capita based on
Residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan (HMT) working in Mainland China no longer need to obtain a work permit, according to a new nationwide policy announced earlier this summer. China’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security officially stopped accepting work
The Hong Kong government recently announced a new employment visa program aimed at eligible foreign and Mainland Chinese nationals engaged in research and development. The Technology Talent Admission Scheme (TechTAS) is a three-year pilot program set to begin in June.
The fact that you are invited to attend an interview shows your qualifications meet the basic requirements of the company, but gaining in-person access is only half of the battle. Making a good impression during the interview is vital, so
When visiting Asian countries for business or pleasure, it is important to be aware and observe many of the simple cultural norms of those countries during your travels. This will show locals that you respect their culture, and it will
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) is expensive. It’s ranked the second most expensive city in the world, according to human resources firm Mercer, global real estate service Savills and the Economist Intelligence Unit. Nonetheless, foreign nationals tend to
Great news for foreigners looking to become expats in China. As of November 1, 2016, the two types of work permits for ordinary foreign employees and foreign experts will be streamlined into one, which means foreigners will only need to apply for one unified work permit.