03/04/2026 09:01 AM
China launches long-term care insurance system to alleviate aging challenges
China has announced the rollout of a long-term care insurance system, a move aimed at easing the burden on families caring for the rapidly growing elderly population, and bolstering the country's social safety net.
20/03/2026 10:15 AM
China to build 'birth-friendly society', refine social security system
China said on Thursday it would build a "childbirth-friendly society" in the next five years, pledging to address concerns over employment, education, medical care, health and income, according to an official government report.
19/03/2026 03:53 PM
Malaysia’s Fast-Tracked Industrial Approvals Drive Productivity, Boost Investments and Jobs
KUALA LUMPUR, March 13, 2026 — Malaysia is demonstrating that higher productivity is a tangible outcome of well-designed reforms. Through streamlined processes resulting in faster services, the country is translating regulatory efficiency into real economic impact. A new study co-authored by the World Bank and the Malaysia Productivity Corporation highlights how reforming bureaucratic processes and accelerating approvals of industrial projects have strengthened productivity, serving as a powerful engine for investment, job creation, and economic growth.
16/03/2026 10:30 AM
Tunisia plans full overhaul of social security scheme
Tunisian President Kaïs Saïed is calling for a sweeping overhaul of the country’s social security funds at a meeting held at Carthage Palace, where the state of the system was described as “unacceptable.”
13/03/2026 02:30 PM
China expands social safety net for gig workers, new professions
China will offer more effective, fairer, smart, and convenient public services by optimizing rights protection and social insurance coverage to enhance people's well-being and sense of happiness and security.
27/02/2026 03:26 PM
Foreigners contribution to Social Security increased in Portugal
Contributions from foreign citizens to the Portuguese Social Security system have grown exponentially in the last decade, soaring by more than 760% to reach €4.148 billion in 2025.
30/01/2026 08:57 AM
Job stability key to hiking social security
Experts say strong policies may boost insurance coverage for flexible workers
23/01/2026 04:32 PM
China plans to expand cover for childbirth-related bills
New report outlines broader maternity insurance coverage to assist families.
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Work Injury and Occupational Disease
Survivor’s
Old-age
Maternity
Unemployment
Medical (Health Insurance)
Certificate of coverage
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