Effective since 2017, India revised its labor laws with regards to the provision of maternity leave for the female working population. With an increase from 12 to 26 weeks, the private sector is now on par with the leave amounts granted to women working in the public sector. Even though India has become one of the most progressive countries regarding the provision of maternity benefits, it fails to extend these benefits to women working in the unorganized sector.
Saudi Arabia is the 13th largest country in the world by land area, with a population of over 34.27 million. It comprises 13 regions, also known as the Emirates, including Riyadh, Mecca, and northern border regions. It is also the biggest nation in the Middle East and the second biggest republic in the Arab realm.
If you are a woman in China interested in mining, logging, or anything that involves carrying 44 pounds or more, Chinese labor laws may prevent you from being able to work in that field. However, activists are constantly trying to get these laws changed as well as to prevent similar future laws.
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Per Royal Decree, Belgian companies that have performed well during the coronavirus crisis may grant, in 2021, a one-off increase in the form of a corona bonus of a maximum of EUR 500 (Euros).
The labor law of Turkey is applicable to both foreign and local citizens residing in Turkey. Some of the clauses mentioned in the law have been recently revised, such as an article about severance payment. In this blog post, we will review the labor law of Turkey and study some of its clauses and their applications.
There are two categories that govern Mexico’s labor law – Federal Labor Law and Social Security Law. The labor law defines the rules and regulations pertaining to labor courts, labor unions, and labor relations. It also enlists the total wages for specific and general work that may vary according to the economic region.
A country’s paid leave policy is usually a reflection of how well they take care of their employees. By granting paid leave to employees through its labor law, a country not only shows that it is one of the best places to work, but it also attracts more employees and reduces turnover.
As a female employee, it is essential to have sufficient time off from work as and when needed for maternity reasons. Here, we shall discuss in detail the terms and conditions of the maternity leave policy, as well as general gender policies in Qatar, according to their labor law.
The relationship between an employer and employees is covered under the Thai Labor Protection Act (LPA). The Thailand law comprises commercial and civil codes related to the rights and obligations of employees and employers.