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Executive Yuan passes Minimum Wage Bill
The Executive Yuan in Taiwan has passed a Minimum Wage Bill that is now being reviewed by the Legislative Yuan. The bill aims to improve the minimum wage review mechanism and protect the living standards of workers and their families.2023/09/21 21:10 -
Taiwan raises 2024 minimum wage to NT$27,470
The Ministry of Labor has resolved in a meeting on Friday to raise the minimum monthly wage in 2024 to NT$27,470, and the hourly wage will increase by NT$7 to NT$183.2023/09/08 21:41 -
Crowds rally for justice for dismissed teachers
Crowds gather to protest the unjust dismissal of teachers at Yi Ming Senior High School in Hsinchu County. Demands for justice and improved labor conditions. Calls for Ministry of Education intervention2023/08/08 20:53 -
Taiwan targets int’l students’ retention to bridge labor gap
The Taiwanese government plans to lower the requirements for international students to obtain permanent residency after graduation, aiming to attract more skilled foreign workers to address the labor shortage.2023/07/11 19:54 -
Taiwan offers subsidies to alleviate labor shortage issues
The food service, hospitality, and tourism industries were severely impacted by COVID-19.2023/07/10 10:49 -
Restaurant workers, ground crew eligible for subsidy program
The Ministry of Labor (MOL) announced plans on Friday (June 23) to allocate NT$1 billion to an unemployment subsidy program aimed at alleviating labor shortages in Taiwan. The program now extends its benefits to include the hotel industry, restaurant workers, and ground crew, who will be eligible for a subsidy ranging from NT$6,000 to NT$10,000 per month for one year.2023/06/26 19:46 -
Taiwan gov’t cautions against transition to 4-day workweek
The Ministry of Labor (MOL) expressed doubts regarding the feasibility of a 4-day workweek initiative on Monday (June 26), citing potential impacts on various industries in Taiwan, including education, transportation, finance, and government agencies.2023/06/26 18:18