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The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan has helped over 41,600 workers through its partnership with the Legal Aid Foundation. Nearly 70% of cases favored workers, securing NT$10.54 billion in compensation. The ministry plans to include occupational accident cases in criminal proceedings by Jan. 1 to enhance support for injured workers.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan announced that limiting flexible parental leave to the first applicant is illegal. Employers must comply with new regulations allowing daily parental leave and hourly family care leave.

Taiwan’s new law protects food delivery workers, ensuring a minimum wage of 1.25 times the hourly rate per order. It mandates insurance and sets fines for violations.

Taiwan’s updated Occupational Safety and Health Act formally defines workplace bullying and requires employers to implement preventive measures. The move reflects a broader global trend toward recognizing psychological and cultural safety at work. Experts say clearer standards are increasingly necessary as workforces globalize and expectations collide.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan announced new rules to protect workers’ sick leave rights after a flight attendant’s death. Employers cannot penalize employees for taking up to 10 days of sick leave annually.

The Taiwan Railway Union began a hunger strike in Taipei to protest a court ruling on leave rights. The strike, lasting five days, highlights labor concerns.

Labor Minister Hung Sun-han announced that Taiwan’s draft legislation to improve conditions for food delivery workers is nearing completion. The draft, discussed with various ministries and stakeholders, focuses on contract terms, salary protection, service contract clarity, and accident insurance.

Taiwan’s Control Yuan members call for an investigation into labor rights abuses in the textile industry, highlighting migrant worker exploitation and rights violations.

Labor Minister Hung Sun-han addressed Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, stressing the need for systemic measures to protect workers’ rights on sick leave. This follows public concern after an EVA Air flight attendant’s death. The Ministry of Labor plans to review policies to ensure fair treatment and prevent penalties for taking sick leave.

EVA Air faces scrutiny after a flight attendant’s death post-Milan flight. Union leaders criticize work conditions and leave policies. Investigations continue.

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.

Taiwan’s Control Yuan launches an investigation into labor rights oversight following forced labor allegations against Giant Group.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan reported that 24.89% of businesses violated labor laws in 2024, with 448 infractions found. The restaurant industry led with 48% of violations.

Taiwan’s labor group warns that unclear U.S. tariffs threaten 500,000 jobs. Criticism targets President Lai and Premier Cho for neglecting labor talks.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor enforces new regulations, adding public holidays like Labor Day. Employers must comply with leave and pay rules to protect workers’ rights.

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.

The Taiwan People’s Party criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party for retracting holidays, calling Taiwan a ＂sweatshop island.＂ The debate highlights labor policy tensions.

Childcare workers in Taiwan will join the May Day Action Alliance on May 1, 2025, to protest workplace bullying and demand better labor conditions. The Alliance of Educare Trade Unions highlights issues like low wages, long hours, and inadequate teacher-student ratios. Despite salary increases, many workers face pay deductions for taking vacations. The union calls for legislative action to improve conditions and adhere to labor laws.

Labor Minister Hung Sun-han discusses concerns over labor insurance fund impacts due to government revenue allocation changes. He assures fund stability and urges rational political discussions to address potential financial challenges.

Teachers unions and legislators in Taiwan push for Labor Day and Teachers’ Day to be national holidays, highlighting labor rights and educational values.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan released guidelines to protect female foreign workers and their children, covering stages from pre-pregnancy to childcare.

Taipei authorities investigate a reported sexual assault at a McDonald’s involving a 17-year-old girl, prompting demands for details by Friday. The case, linked to her suicide, is under judicial review.

Migrant worker groups in Taipei demand changes to Taiwan’s labor policies, urging transparency and better care services. The Ministry of Labor responds with plans for ongoing discussions.

Taipei’s Department of Labor fined a marketing firm NT$60,000 for asking job applicants for personal data, violating the Employment Service Act. Learn more.

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.