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Hsiao addresses talent shortages at AI empowerment forum
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim discussed AI’s impact on youth employment at the 2025 AI and Youth Empowerment Forum. She emphasized education and career support.
2025/12/09 16:30
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US tariffs push 9,153 Taiwan workers to reduced schedules
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports a rise in workers on reduced hours, now at 9,153, due to U.S. tariffs. Manufacturing is most affected, with 8,619 impacted.
2025/12/01 19:00
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TSMC files trade secret lawsuit against ex-VP joining Intel
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) filed a lawsuit Tuesday against former senior vice president Lo Wei-jen, alleging he will likely leak trade secrets to Intel Corp. after joining the rival chipmaker immediately upon retirement. TSMC cited alleged violations of Lo’s employment contract, non-compete agreement and Taiwan’s trade secret law in the complaint filed in Taiwan’s Intellectual Property and Commercial Court. The lawsuit seeks damages for breach of contract. Lo retired from TSMC on July 27 after 21 years and immediately joined Intel as executive vice president.
2025/11/25 20:20
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Taiwan may ease rules for hiring foreign domestic workers
President Lai Ching-te proposes easing rules for hiring foreign domestic workers for families with children under 12. The Executive Yuan reviews the plan, with a policy expected by year-end.
2025/11/04 17:22
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Supervisory branch calls for textile industry labor probe
Taiwan’s Control Yuan members call for an investigation into labor rights abuses in the textile industry, highlighting migrant worker exploitation and rights violations.
2025/10/27 15:00
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President Lai optimistic on tariff negotiations progress
President Lai Ching-te announced at the Taiwan International Tools and Hardware Expo that Taiwan’s tariff talks with the U.S. have not addressed currency issues. He expects progress soon. Lai emphasized Taiwan’s competitiveness in hand tools and hardware, and the government’s efforts to overcome challenges. He thanked the Legislative Yuan for a NT$93 billion support plan to aid businesses and stabilize employment for SMEs.
2025/10/21 14:21
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Labor violations rise as US tariffs impact Taiwan jobs
Minister of Labor Hung Sun-han announced that reducing work hours without consent violates Taiwan’s Labor Standards Act. The ministry is open to evaluating proposals to address U.S. tariffs’ impact on workers.
2025/10/09 10:53
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U.S. tariffs drive increase in Taiwan worker hour cuts
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports 245 businesses and 4,863 workers face reduced hours, mainly due to U.S. tariffs. The manufacturing sector is most affected.
2025/09/01 13:46
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Taiwan eases foreign caregiver rules, sees application boom
Taiwan’s Labor Ministry reports 1,450 applications for foreign caregivers after easing rules. The policy, effective Aug. 1, aids elderly and cancer patients.
2025/08/20 12:00
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U.S. reciprocal tariffs prompt Taiwan unemployment concerns
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan confirms a 20% U.S. reciprocal tariff, potentially affecting 42,000 jobs. Deputy Minister Lee outlines support measures, including subsidies.
2025/08/11 17:34
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Taiwan job fair to feature high-paying culinary roles
New Taipei’s Labor Affairs Department hosts a job fair on July 30 at Chihlee University, offering over 1,900 jobs. Explore roles in retail, food service, and more.
2025/07/29 08:00
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Taiwan state firms to hire 616 new employees in 2025
Taiwan’s Ministry of Economic Affairs announces plans to hire 616 new employees across state-owned enterprises, aiming to rejuvenate the workforce and enhance skills.
2025/07/09 15:41
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New Taipei job fair offers 3K positions amid AI transition
New Taipei City hosts a job fair on June 5, offering over 3,000 jobs, focusing on tech manufacturing. Explore roles in engineering, sales, and more at city hall.
2025/06/04 06:00
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Taiwan labor minister tackles disability employment barriers
The Ministry of Labor hosted a job fair in Taichung to boost employment for people with disabilities. The event featured 31 companies and over 500 job openings.
2025/05/09 22:00
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Taipei Metro faces pressure to honor workers’ leave
Labor groups protested at Taipei Metro, demanding accrued leave for outsourced cleaners. The union highlighted long tenures and lost wages. Taipei Metro will consider the request.
2025/04/30 19:00
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Taiwan expands job measures amid U.S. tariff impacts
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor will expand employment stabilization measures to counter U.S. tariff impacts. Industries with U.S. export records may receive wage subsidies.
2025/04/30 14:00
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Taiwan premier defends US$12.6B economic resilience package
Premier Cho Jung-tai announced a NT$410 billion special budget to address tariff trade policy, international situations, and information security. The act aims to support industries, stabilize employment, and enhance public welfare.
2025/04/28 21:00
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Taiwan bans preventive layoffs amid US tariff uncertainty
Taiwan’s labor minister, Hung Sun-han, announced plans to support traditional manufacturing industries hit by U.S. tariffs. The government aims to protect over 100,000 workers with NT$15 billion in subsidies, focusing on employment stabilization and aiding recent graduates.
2025/04/23 19:00
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Taiwan unveils NT$88 billion export support initiative
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan will review an NT$88 billion project to boost the export-oriented supply chain. The plan includes investments in trade financing, export insurance, and employment.
2025/04/10 11:50
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Keelung mayor warns of unpaid leave due to Trump tariffs
Keelung Mayor Hsieh Kuo-liang warns of potential unpaid leave due to Trump tariffs, urging financial relief. He plans talks with local mayors to aid affected firms.
2025/04/08 14:00
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AUO, Micron among companies hiring at Taichung job event
Taichung’s Labor Affairs Bureau and Central Taiwan Science Park will host a job fair on April 12, offering over 1,000 positions with salaries above NT$40,000.
2025/04/08 13:00
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Taiwan to launch military-civilian transition system by 2027
The Veterans Affairs Council in Taiwan is intensifying efforts to counter infiltration tactics targeting military personnel. Minister Yen Teh-fa reported on initiatives to support veterans, including a new system to aid their transition to civilian jobs.
2025/04/02 17:00
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Young Taiwanese workers earn average NT$34K monthly salary
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports a drop in young workers below 2 million, with an average starting age of 21.8 and a salary of NT$34,000. The survey shows 65.8% hold college degrees, and 76% have salaried jobs.
2025/03/31 23:00
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Taiwan’s jobless rate rises to 3.34% in February
Taiwan’s unemployment rate rose to 3.34% in February, ending a five-month decline. The increase is linked to post-Lunar New Year job shifts and temporary job endings.
2025/03/25 07:00
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Taiwan citizens to access Czech labor market in 2025 Q1
Taiwan’s MOFA announced that starting in early 2025, Taiwanese citizens can work in the Czech Republic without a separate work permit, easing employment access.
2025/03/05 09:00