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Health minister aims to expand foreign caregiver services
Taiwan’s health minister announces a policy to hire foreign caregivers, expanding hospital services from 5,000 to 30,000 beds. This aims to ease caregiver shortages and support nurses.
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Taiwan proposes stricter Mandarin rules for foreign drivers
Taiwan’s Highway Bureau proposes stricter Mandarin requirements for foreign students in transportation jobs. Kuo-Kuang faces fines for wage delays amid driver shortages.
2026/01/07 15:11
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Semiconductor pioneer warns global talent crisis may worsen
Burn-Jeng Lin of National Tsing Hua University warns that global efforts to create independent semiconductor supply chains may worsen talent shortages, hindering industry growth.
2025/12/16 15:13
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International students fill Taiwan’s convenience store jobs
Taiwanese convenience stores are hiring international students and foreign workers, reshaping retail. This trend may be a result of labor shortages caused by Taiwan’s low birth rate, but also could boost cultural diversity.
2025/09/10 17:52
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New Taipei addresses lifeguard shortage at 65 swimming pools
New Taipei’s Sports Department addresses lifeguard shortages in 65 pools, ensuring certification and safety checks. Councilor Tai cites low wages as a key issue.
2025/06/05 10:00
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Aging population drives Taiwan’s new migrant labor plan
Labor Minister Hung Sun-han announced a review of Taiwan’s migrant worker policies, focusing on increasing domestic wages to address labor shortages. The Ministry of Labor aims to prioritize local workers while considering more migrant hires.
2025/05/15 14:00
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Taiwan’s average salary rises 6.4% to NT$37K
Taiwan’s average monthly salary rose 6.4% to NT$37,000, with new workforce entrants decreasing by 5.3% in 2024. Gender pay gaps and education impact salaries.
2025/04/30 22:00
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Taichung mayor urges energy policy shift amid tariff fears
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen urges Taiwan to adapt its energy policy amid decommissioning of a nuclear reactor. She highlights potential power shortages and tariff challenges.
2025/04/29 17:28
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Taiwan fines transport companies NT$11M for labor violations
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports a 16.42% violation rate in the transportation sector, with fines totaling NT$11.13 million. Poor conditions risk passenger safety.
2025/04/18 12:00
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Taiwan tackles ER overcrowding with joint efforts
Taiwan’s Xavier Chang calls for collaboration to tackle ER overcrowding, citing factors like flu season and nurse shortages. MOHW plans to boost nursing staff.
2025/03/05 07:00
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Mayor Hou urges central gov’t to support medical staff
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih urges the central government to address long-term medical staffing issues. During the 228 Peace Memorial Day holiday, some hospitals will adjust outpatient services, while emergency services remain available.
2025/02/25 17:00
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Health minister urges more beds for emergency admissions
Taiwan’s emergency departments face severe congestion, with Health Minister Chiu Tai-yuan urging hospitals to allocate more beds for emergency admissions. The Taiwan Society of Emergency Medicine warns of potential mass resignations due to bed shortages. Key hospitals report high numbers of patients waiting for admission.
2025/02/24 11:00
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President Lai calls for urgent health insurance reform
President Lai Ching-te calls for urgent reform of Taiwan’s national health insurance, highlighting its role in public health and addressing manpower shortages.
2025/02/21 13:00
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Taiwan assures stable infusion supply for Lunar New Year
The Ministry of Health and Welfare assures a stable infusion supply in Taiwan through the Lunar New Year despite potential shortages. Domestic production and imports aim to fill gaps left by Y F Chemical Corp.’s halted operations.
2025/01/16 09:57
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Health Ministry to tackle anesthesiologist resource issues
Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare plans to enhance anesthesia training to address anesthesiologist shortages. Discussions will begin after Lunar New Year.
2025/01/07 10:41
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Education alliance calls for milk program revival
The Action Alliance on Basic Education urges Taiwan’s government to revive the free milk program for schoolchildren, citing distribution issues and supplier shortages.
2025/01/02 12:08
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Taiwan considers foreign workers for hospitality industry
Discover Taiwan’s plan to combat labor shortages in hospitality. Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai proposes foreign workers and wage increases. Learn the government’s strategy.
2024/12/12 15:29
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Mayor urges central-local cooperation on milk policy
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih criticizes the central government’s fresh milk policy for students, citing supply issues. He urges collaboration for effective solutions.
2024/12/11 10:53
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Taiwan’s energy policy remains open, official says
Taiwan’s energy policy remains open to diverse sources, says Secretary-general Pan Meng-an. Recent pro-nuclear comments spark debate on Taiwan’s energy future.
2024/11/15 11:45
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Central government to oversee hotel, solar project EIAs
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming confirms the central government will oversee environmental impact assessments for projects like hotels and solar power.
2024/11/14 14:08
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Taiwan-U.S. ties stable, CNFI chairman assures businesses
The CNFI chairman reassures Taiwan’s businesses of stable U.S. relations and no water or electricity shortages. Government backs growth and green energy plans.
2024/11/11 15:33
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KMT Chao slams new gas project approval
Former EPA Director Chao Shao-kang criticizes Taiwan’s Ministry of Environment for approving a new gas unit at Taichung Power Plant, citing electricity shortages and carbon reduction issues.
2024/11/01 15:31
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Tainan mayor warns of potential power shortages
Tainan’s mayor warns of potential power shortages due to low electricity self-sufficiency. The city leads in industrial consumption but generates only 27% locally.
2024/10/22 16:41
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Beloved Yilan steakhouse to close in February 2025
Royal Steak in Yilan will close in Feb. 2025 due to workforce shortages and rising costs. The restaurant, known for quality since 1984, faces challenges with premium ingredients.
2024/10/04 21:00
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Taipei mayor leads bike ride, sparks record YouBike rentals
Discover how Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s World Car Free Day initiative led to a record 270,000 YouBike rentals and the steps being taken to address the resulting bike and docking station shortages.
2024/09/23 15:49