An employee in Hong Kong applied for leave to attend the Ching Ming Festival, a traditional event for honoring ancestors.
The employee's boss requested that he send pictures of his ancestors tombstones as proof of the purpose of his leave.
The demand for proof has sparked outrage on social media, with many calling it an invasion of privacy and a violation of traditional customs.
The incident highlights the need for greater cultural understanding and sensitivity in the workplace, and for clearer guidelines and regulations around employee rights and employer responsibilities.