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ECCK HR & Compliance Forum : Key Labor Law Updates in 2026
On January 29, the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK) hosted its first HR & Compliance Forum of the year, focusing on critical shifts in Korea’s labour law landscape.
The session focused on the practical implications of the “Yellow Envelope Act,” which is set to take effect on 10 March 2026, and attracted strong interest from professionals across a wide range of industries. It featured distinguished speakers from Shin & Kim and Kim & Chang, two of Korea’s leading law firms.These experts provided a comprehensive update on the Ministry of Employment and Labor’s (MOEL) new guidelines, sharing invaluable insights into the expanded definition of employer liability and the practical challenges companies may face. The discussion offered actionable compliance strategies to help firms mitigate legal uncertainties and manage industrial relations effectively under the new regulatory framework.Beyond the immediate legal changes, the session also explored the MOEL’s broader policy directions and priorities for 2026, providing attendees with a strategic roadmap for the year ahead.
The forum concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where HR and Compliance professionals engaged directly with the speakers to address specific organizational concerns and exchange best practices.
For any questions or suggestions regarding the HR & Compliance forum, please feel free to contact Bokyung Cho, HR Manager at ECCK (rk.ro.kcce@ohc.gnuykob).
ECCK HR & Compliance Forum : Key Labor Law Updates in 2026
On January 29, the European Chamber of Commerce in Korea (ECCK) hosted its first HR & Compliance Forum of the year, focusing on critical shifts in Korea’s labour law landscape.
The session focused on the practical implications of the “Yellow Envelope Act,” which is set to take effect on 10 March 2026, and attracted strong interest from professionals across a wide range of industries. It featured distinguished speakers from Shin & Kim and Kim & Chang, two of Korea’s leading law firms.These experts provided a comprehensive update on the Ministry of Employment and Labor’s (MOEL) new guidelines, sharing invaluable insights into the expanded definition of employer liability and the practical challenges companies may face. The discussion offered actionable compliance strategies to help firms mitigate legal uncertainties and manage industrial relations effectively under the new regulatory framework.Beyond the immediate legal changes, the session also explored the MOEL’s broader policy directions and priorities for 2026, providing attendees with a strategic roadmap for the year ahead.
The forum concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where HR and Compliance professionals engaged directly with the speakers to address specific organizational concerns and exchange best practices.
For any questions or suggestions regarding the HR & Compliance forum, please feel free to contact Bokyung Cho, HR Manager at ECCK (rk.ro.kcce@ohc.gnuykob).