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The Taiwan Economic Democracy Union held a press conference to address a NT$34.5 billion fund allocation error. They urge a national fiscal conference to discuss amendments and propose pension reform.

The Coalition of Taiwan Civil Service Reform Drivers held a memorial in Miaoli, urging civil servants’ inclusion under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. The event highlighted workplace issues following a tragic death, calling for systemic reform and respect for civil servants’ expertise.

President Lai Ching-te announced a four-year plan to enhance Taiwan’s nursing workforce, allocating NT$27.5 billion for strategic measures. The plan includes education, recruitment, and AI assistance to improve healthcare quality.

President Lai Ching-te outlines Taiwan’s strategy to tackle international carbon tariffs through a circular economy. Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming plans to amend the Resource Recycling Promotion Act to boost resource circulation, crucial for national security and industry growth.

President Lai Ching-te urges Taiwan’s civil servants to use AI for innovation, addressing domestic and global challenges. He highlights health policy as Taiwan becomes a super-aged society and praises civil servants for their role in economic and social progress.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare’s investigation into workplace bullying found three substantiated cases, sparking public outcry over perceived leniency.

Taiwan’s labor minister plans to cut overtime, addressing workplace bullying and low morale. Labor groups demand action, staging a hunger strike for workers’ rights.

Premier Cho Jung-tai announced a 3% salary increase for military, public, and educational personnel in Taiwan. The government aims for economic growth, focusing on key industries and a net-zero carbon target by 2050.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced a new initiative to combat workplace bullying in Taiwan’s public sector. He introduced a whistleblower email and pledged to handle reports personally, aiming to improve managerial practices and address overtime concerns.

Discover how Taiwan’s recent minimum wage increase to NT$28,590 and NT$190 per hour aims to enhance living standards amid inflation concerns. Officials vow to monitor impacts closely.

Taiwan plans to boost its economy with Premier Cho Jung-tai’s announcement of public sector wage increases and a projected 3.94% growth rate in 2024. Learn about the government’s initiatives to attract talent and investment, aiming to establish Taiwan as a leading asset management center in Asia.

Discover how Taiwan plans to boost salaries for military, public, and teaching personnel in 2023, following stable economic growth. Premier Cho Jung-tai emphasizes sharing economic achievements.

Taiwan’s public construction projects, including the MRT Wanda Line’s first phase, now delayed until 2027, are facing severe setbacks due to labor and material shortages.

The Taiwan Federation of Medical Unions criticizes the rumored appointment of Chiu Tai-yuan as Health and Welfare Minister, citing his past refusal to engage with the union and opposition to disability rights amendments. They outline five qualities essential for the role, emphasizing the need for reform, communication, and respect within the healthcare sector to address workforce challenges and improve public health.

Taiwan’s NDC reports economic stability with a green light status for February, driven by production and export improvements linked to AI themes. Officials anticipate continued growth in March, citing positive trends in manufacturing, consumer confidence, and foreign trade. Investment in emerging technologies and R&D, along with steady public investment, are expected to sustain momentum.

Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih has announced an extension of childcare policies, promising free after-school care services for elementary students aged 6 to 12. This initiative aims to double the current capacity of after-school care in public elementary schools from 180,000 to 360,000 children, with a focus on providing specialized care to children in rural areas and from disadvantaged backgrounds. Hou’s plan includes establishing after-school programs in public elementary schools to meet 100% of the demand, increasing student coverage from 15% to 30% and meeting the standard set by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The policy, guided by the ＂Three Safeties＂ principle, aims to ensure parental peace of mind, child safety, and stability for the disadvantaged. Extended care until 7 p.m. will be available during the school term and vacations. Additionally, the initiative seeks to expand private-sector participation in after-school care services by creating a matching platform to add over 20,000 new classes and increasing the proportion of outsourced after-school care to over 20%. The anticipated benefits of this policy include providing services to approximately 300,000 families, including 80,000 disadvantaged families, creating around 30,000 job opportunities, and strengthening the service capacity of private institutions.

Professor May Oo Lwin from Nanyang Technological University spoke at the CTeC Asia event, warning against the dangerous rise in COVID-19 misinformation. Stressing the crucial role of media as a trustworthy information source, she called for public vigilance and cross-sector collaboration to counter disinformation.