Littler announced on Apr. 22 the release of its Global Guide Quarterly (GGQ) newsletter for the first quarter of 2026, offering an overview of recent labor and employment law developments across multiple regions.
The GGQ is designed to help multinational companies keep up with important changes in labor and employment law frameworks by summarizing enacted legislation, significant judicial or regulatory decisions, legislative initiatives, and trends that may affect employers. The newsletter aims to provide concise coverage so businesses can stay informed about legal updates in key jurisdictions.
This edition features contributions from attorneys at Littler offices and partner firms worldwide. Updates are included from 42 jurisdictions such as Austria, China, Croatia, Finland, Hungary, Israel, Poland, South Africa, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, and Zambia. These updates address regional and industry-specific issues relevant to employers operating internationally.
Highlighted topics in this issue include Australia’s new tax regime for large superannuation balances; São Paulo’s introduction of a “Care-Friendly Company” certification; new job posting requirements coming into force in Ontario on January 1; Egypt’s framework for apprenticeship programs; increased Saudization quotas for marketing and sales roles in Saudi Arabia; Malaysia’s Gig Workers Act establishing statutory protections; Portugal’s enhanced rights for informal caregivers; Romania’s subsidies for hiring older unemployed workers; South Korea’s expansion of union protections through the “Yellow Envelope Act”; Switzerland’s new tax rules on cross-border remote work with France; provisions now effective under the United Kingdom’s Data (Use and Access) Act 2025; and Vietnam’s Decree 337 introducing an electronic labor contract framework.
The publication notes that its material is intended solely for informational purposes rather than legal advice or forming attorney-client relationships. Readers interested in receiving future editions can subscribe via Littler’s website.
