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Family Support Now Make-or-Break for Overseas Postings, New Study Reveals
Now in its third iteration (previously published in 2017 and 2020), the 2025 World of Work Report draws on survey responses from international assignees and HR decision-makers across multiple markets. The findings show that the pressures placed on family life during an international assignment are now among the leading reasons postings end early. Although most employers provide core practical support – from healthcare access to visa sponsorship and relocation – families often lack structured help in managing the personal and emotional adjustment.
Only 38% of families are entitled to universal support. Twenty eight percent receive it on a case-by-case basis and 24% are eligible only after a minimum tenure with the business. Yet even when support is available, such as extended leave to see loved ones or travel costs to get home, just 40% of assignees are aware of it. This highlights a communication gap between employers and employees.
Although few assignees receive consistent family support, its importance is clear. Those who relocate with their partners or children report significantly better mind health outcomes, with 67% saying they feel mentally well, compared with 42% of those living apart from their families and 48% of solo movers. And while many families do settle in well (60% report a manageable adjustment), notable challenges remain: 35% say their partner has struggled to find employment, 31% report strain on family life, and 28% say their partner or family would prefer to return home.
For assignees whose families remain in their home country, 93% use technology to stay connected, and 80% feel supported by their employer in maintaining contact. Yet distance still takes a toll: 35% report their wellbeing has been negatively impacted, 46% say separation has strained relationships, and 27% report worsened physical health.
Their ability to change this situation is limited, with only 29% of employers offering assignees the flexibility to adapt their benefits packages to cover their partner or family.
“International placements are about people – not just roles, budgets or business strategy,” said Karim Idilby, Chief Growth Officer, AXA Health International, which operates the AXA Global Healthcare brand.
“When families are supported to settle, stay connected and feel well, assignees thrive. When they aren’t, even the best-designed mobility programmes can falter. Our research highlights a clear opportunity for employers to take a more holistic, family-first approach to supporting the full assignment journey.”
Repatriation support missing
The research also highlighted other critical stages of the assignment journey, including repatriation, where many assignees face challenges with mind health, cultural readjustment, and ongoing support.
Only 2 in 5 assignees are offered psychological support post-assignment, despite 9 in 10 reporting a difficult period with their mind health challenge during their time abroad.
And although over half receive a promotion or guaranteed role on return, personal wellbeing and cultural readjustment often lag behind.
“Having lived and worked in six countries, I know first-hand that coming home can be the hardest part,” said Virginie Faucon, Chief Marketing Officer, AXA Health International.
“On my own return to France, the adjustment was unexpectedly complex – the psychological shift, the feeling of being out of sync with your own culture, and the toll on family unity can be profound. Yet only 3 in 5 HR decision-makers provide reverse culture shock training for assignees, showing how often this stage is overlooked. Repatriation is not an ‘end’ to the journey. It needs to be actively supported.”
The rising cost of global placements
The report suggests that the success criteria for assignments are shifting. Salary and logistical support remain essential, but wellbeing, cultural integration, and family inclusion now form the core of a sustainable global mobility strategy.
“Successful international placements build resilient, global organisations,” added Idilby. “But that success depends on people’s lives, families, and wellbeing being supported.
“This means making family support a core pillar of global mobility policy, reviewing benefits more frequently to reflect real-time needs, and recognising repatriation as a stage that requires just as much support as the move itself. Above all, prioritising mind health can help employees and their families adjust, settle, and ultimately thrive.”
ABOUT THE REPORT
AXA Global Healthcare’s 2025 World of Work Report is based on a survey conducted in June 2025 by Savanta, examining the experiences of international assignees and HR decision-makers across multiple global markets.
A total of 689 HR decision-makers and 641 non-native assignees participated. The geographic breakdown was as follows:
HR decision-makers: US 110, UK 109, France 53, Germany 54, UAE 55, Kenya 52, Hong Kong 50, Singapore 50, Thailand 53, China 103.
Non-native assignees: US 106, UK 114, France 51, Germany 52, UAE 59, Kenya 66, Hong Kong 49, Singapore 52, Thailand 51, China 41.
The report highlights trends in international assignment success, family support, mental health, and the repatriation experience, providing insights for organisations seeking to optimise their global mobility programmes.
The full report is available to read here: https://www.axaglobalhealthcare.com/en/about-us/reports/world-of-work-reports/
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AXA Global Healthcare
ABOUT AXA HEALTH INTERNATIONAL AND AXA GLOBAL HEALTHCARE
AXA Health International is part of the wider AXA Group and specialises in international health and wellbeing solutions.
AXA Global Healthcare operates as one of the commercial entities within AXA Health International, providing premium international health insurance to individuals and businesses worldwide and has been protecting the healthcare needs of globally mobile citizens for more than 60 years. Offering cross-border health insurance to businesses and private individuals, we support customers living in more than 200 countries. Our constantly evolving propositions build upon decades of experience in global healthcare and the local knowledge and capabilities of AXA’s healthcare businesses across the world. We offer customers care and support though a global virtual doctor service, second medical opinion and personal case management services as well as evacuation and repatriation assistance. And to make sure customers get speedy access to medical treatment wherever they are in the world, they have access to AXA’s global medical network of 2.1 million healthcare providers.
AXA Global Healthcare is committed to driving a diverse workforce and promoting gender equality. We are part of the AXA Group – a global insurance company with more than 93 million clients worldwide.
To find out more visit axaglobalhealthcare.com
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Luxury Hair Clinic Sheer Reprime Marks 8th Anniversary with a Flagship Expansion into Hong Kong’s Prestigious Wellington Street
Luxury hair and scalp rejuvenation pioneer Sheer Reprime invests nearly HK$10 million to deploy next-generation, FDA and CE-certified hair restoration and scalp rejuvenation technologies.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 June 2026 – Celebrating eight years of clinical excellence, premier hair and scalp rejuvenation brand Sheer Reprime today announced the grand opening of its ultra-luxury flagship center on Wellington Street, Central. Representing a strategic investment of nearly HKD10 million, the expansive facility positions Sheer Reprime at the epicenter of Hong Kong’s elite financial and cultural district. This expansion marks a new era of medical-grade, advanced hair restoration and scalp rejuvenation.
Located at 50 Wellington Street, adjacent to the iconic Yung Kee restaurant, the near-full-floor flagship features private treatment suites engineered for maximum comfort and discretion. The venue is optimized for busy and successful individuals, stars and celebrities seeking world-class clinical trichology with exceptional hospitality.
Bridging Follicle Biology and Biophotonics
Sheer Reprime’s expansion directly addresses a surging global market demand for scientifically backed hair-loss solutions, particularly as stress and lifestyle factors accelerate the onset of premature thinning among younger demographics.
“Our expansion into the heart of Central marks a watershed moment for Sheer Reprime,” said a Brand Spokesperson. “The modern consumer demands rigorous, evidence-based hair and scalp treatments. Sheer Reprime is built at the intersection of Follicle Biology and Biophotonics. Our multi-million-dollar investment into an advanced clinical instrumentation allows us to optimize the scalp microenvironment at a cellular level, far surpassing the limitations of older generation treatments.”
Internal clinical metrics validate the brand’s scientific approach. In a recent study tracking 100 urban professionals over a 12-week regimen of Sheer Reprime’s laser hair rejuvenation therapy, participants demonstrated an average increase of 22% in hair shaft thickness and an 18% increase in active follicular density.
Departing from standard industry practices focused merely on surface-level scalp cleansing, Sheer Reprime introduces its proprietary Connotation Therapy. This multi-modality framework combines technologies which have received FDA, Medical CE, and EU MDR (Medical Device Regulation) certifications. Amongst them SLD LLLT hair loss treatment, which delivers biophotonic laser energy 3–5mm beneath the scalp surface to revive the follicular base. Winback Tecar Therapy and 500kHZ cellular radio frequency, which utilizes deep thermal energy to enhance localized microcirculation across the head, neck, and shoulders, maximizing nutrient and oxygen delivery to the hair bulb while flushing out metabolic waste and DHT (dihydrotestosterone).
The launch of Sheer Reprime’s Wellington Street flagship redefines the luxury trichology landscape in Hong Kong, merging clinically proven regenerative technologies with an unparalleled bespoke experience.
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About Sheer Reprime
Sheer Reprime is a premier scientific hair and scalp rejuvenation brand. By fusing Follicle Biology with Biophotonics, the brand transcends the boundaries of traditional hair care. Operating its multi-million-dollar flagship in Central, Sheer Reprime deploys FDA and CE-certified medical-grade technologies to lead the global industry into the era of cellular hair restoration. For more information, visit: 
http://www.reprime.hk
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Trransfer Technologies And LINE GO Partner To Expand Enterprise Ground Transportation Across Taiwan And Global Markets
Partnership combines LINE GO’s MaaS ecosystem platform with Trransfer Technologies’ global B2B ground transportation platform to serve Taiwan’s growing outbound business travel demand
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 June 2026 – Trransfer Technologies, a global B2B ground transportation platform serving corporate travel managers, private aviation firms, banks, luxury concierge services and enterprise customers to fulfill across more than 80 destinations worldwide, announced the official launch of its strategic partnership with LINE GO, Taiwan’s premier MaaS (Mobility as a Service) ecosystem platform. Officially commencing today, the partnership follows a successful one-month operational pilot since May 11, 2026, and is designed to unlock new enterprise demand in Taiwan while creating a scalable outbound travel solution for Taiwanese companies, multinational corporations and business travelers.
Taiwan’s outbound travel market reached 18.94 million departures in 2025, a 12.43 percent increase from 2024 and a new historical high. This upward trajectory underscores a compelling opportunity for enterprise-focused mobility providers to capture demand from corporations and business travelers who require seamless, reliable ground transportation solutions across global destinations.
A Partnership Built on Complementary Strengths
Trransfer Technologies will bring international corporate and enterprise travel demand into Taiwan, with LINE GO providing local fulfillment through its established mobility network, operational capabilities and deep integration within the LINE ecosystem. LINE GO’s MaaS platform aggregates seven mobility services including taxi-hailing, car rentals, airport shuttles, designated driver services, scooter sharing, private car charters and an EV charging network, giving enterprise clients a comprehensive local mobility experience upon arrival in Taiwan.
Looking ahead, both companies will extend their collaboration to serve the outbound travel needs of Taiwan-based enterprises, leveraging Trransfer Technologies’ global destination network across more than 80 destinations worldwide. This positions both companies to become the preferred mobility partner for Taiwanese businesses and multinationals requiring end-to-end ground transportation coordination across borders.
Targeting Taiwan’s Enterprise Traveler Segment
The partnership specifically targets multinational corporations, corporate travel managers, enterprise clients and high-frequency business travelers. As Taiwan’s outbound travel continues its upward trajectory, enterprises increasingly need partners who understand both local logistics and the complexity of global coordination.
“This partnership creates immediate strategic value for both companies. LINE GO brings market-leading mobility technology and operational insights, while Trransfer Technologies contributes the global platform, enterprise workflows and international fulfillment network. Together, we are building a scalable outbound mobility solution for Taiwanese enterprises traveling globally.”
Michael Chiay, Chief Executive Officer, Trransfer Technologies
“This collaboration marks a transformative milestone in LINE GO’s journey. We are proud to offer our partners a one-stop solution that delivers on our promise to make every journey smarter, safer, and more efficient.”
Isaac Lin, Managing Director, LINE GO
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About Trransfer Technologies
Trransfer Technologies is a global B2B ground transportation platform connecting corporate travel managers, private aviation firms, banks, luxury concierge services and enterprise customers with local ground transportation operators to fulfill across more than 80 destinations worldwide. The company provides a unified platform designed to simplify business travel mobility, improve supplier coordination and support seamless ground transportation fulfillment across markets.
For more information, please visit www.trransfer.com.
About LINE GO
LINE GO is Taiwan’s premier MaaS platform offering taxi-hailing, car rentals, airport shuttles, designated driver services, scooter sharing, private car charters and an EV charging network, all within the LINE ecosystem. In 2025, LINE GO achieved dual ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certifications, underscoring its commitment to world-class information security and data privacy.
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Sun Group debuts at SITF 2026 with exclusive Phu Quoc flight deals and a fresh vision for Vietnam tourism
A special highlight is Sun Group’s unveiling of its new development vision for Phu Quoc in the lead‑up to APEC 2027, presented directly to Korean partners and visitors.
From the first day of the fair, Sun Group’s booth has welcomed a steady stream of visitors. Throughout the four-day event, the booth has organized B2B and B2C networking activities, customer consultations, and introductions to tourism, resort, and aviation products. Interactive programs, including mini-games, souvenir giveaways, and tailored offers for the Korean market, have kept the atmosphere lively for hours, with a continuous flow of engaged visitors.
During SITF (June 4–7), travelers have the opportunity to receive a 20% discount on the base fare when booking Sun PhuQuoc Airways tickets via the airline’s website or app. The offer applies to the Korean market for one‑way or round‑trip journeys from Korea to Phu Quoc. Limited to 200 Economy Class discount codes, it is valid for flights from June 15 to October 24, 2026 (excluding peak periods as defined by the airline).
Visitors also have the chance to win attractive prizes through booth activities, including free round‑trip air tickets on the Seoul–Phu Quoc route (ICN–PQC) and resort vouchers at hotels within Sun Group’s ecosystem.
By combining destination promotion with airline incentives, Sun Group aims to further encourage South Korean tourists to choose Vietnam for their upcoming holidays, especially Phu Quoc, which is entering a new era of large‑scale investments in projects, products, and experiences all aimed at APEC 2027.
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About Sun Group
Vietnam’s leading private economic group, Sun Group operates an integrated ecosystem spanning tourism, entertainment, hospitality, real estate, infrastructure, and aviation. Guided by the mission “Enhancing the beauty of the lands,” the Group shapes iconic destinations nationwide through its Sun World entertainment brand. In the aviation sector, Sun Group develops a hub-and-spoke model anchored by Phu Quoc, driven by strategic airport investments and Sun PhuQuoc Airways.
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