AI Jobs Shift in China: In Wuhan, a new “humanoid robot trainer” role is emerging as young workers pivot into AI-driven work, with centers using VR-guided practice to move trainees from entry tasks to skilled roles. Public-Sector Payroll Strain: Plumas County officials say the Treasurer-Tax Collector’s office closure is being handled while HR pushes staff to focus on finally implementing a long-delayed electronic payroll system. Aviation Skills & Hiring: Clark airport operator LIPAD backed Lufthansa Technik’s Clark expansion, targeting up to 1,200 skilled jobs and a new maintenance hub opening in 2028. HR Compliance in Academia: Nepal’s Tribhuvan University orders professors and staff who took study leave but didn’t return to report within 15 days or face action, citing repayment of study-leave funds. Hiring Geography in India: Tier-2 cities are outpacing metros, with 24% year-on-year hiring growth in May as GCCs and large firms broaden talent sourcing. Workplace Tech & Field Ops: Deel launched Deel Field Services for on-site, high-complexity workforces, aiming to bring payroll and HR infrastructure to industries like oil & gas, mining, construction, and heavy logistics. Insurance Leadership: India named Hitesh Rameshchandra Joshi as GIC Re CMD, with HR and IT among his prior leadership remit. Job Market Signals (New Zealand): SEEK’s May report shows job ads rising and AI-skill references growing, with industrial and construction sectors driving demand.