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Beijing opens civil servant dining halls to public access
Beijing opened government employee cafeterias to the public in early December 2025, attracting young people with AI-powered dining technology. The policy aims to reduce idle resources by 30% while offering affordable meals. One AI restaurant in Beijing’s hutongs calculates dish weight and calories within seconds, drawing crowds of young professionals.2025/12/16 17:24 -

MAC reports smooth progress in Chinese ID document checks
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council is reviewing civil servants for Chinese IDs, sparking debate. Critics argue existing rules suffice, while supporters cite legal needs.2025/03/10 11:00 -

Crowd mourns civil servant amid bullying claims
A crowd gathered in Taipei to mourn a civil servant who died by suicide amid workplace bullying allegations. The event, organized by the White Iron Alliance, highlights the need to address workplace bullying.2024/11/25 09:16 -

Labor ministry struggles to contact Hsieh for apology
The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan cannot reach Hsieh Yi-jung, complicating her planned apology for alleged workplace bullying. Public scrutiny intensifies.2024/11/22 09:17 -

Taiwan labor ministry finds no bullying link in death case
Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor finds no direct bullying link in a public servant’s death but reassigns the accused director. Allegations spark controversy.2024/11/19 16:52 -

Civil servants in Taiwan struggle with excessive hours
A public servant in Taiwan recently disclosed working overtime for 110 to 180 hours monthly, sparking a debate about excessive working hours. The average monthly working time in Taiwan was 167.3 hours in 2022. Civil servants can claim up to 20 hours of overtime pay per month, with any additional hours converted into compensatory leave. However, staffing constraints and increased workloads have led to insufficient personnel. The Civil Service Protection Act limits public servants to a maximum of 60 hours of overtime per month. The Ministry of Civil Service has called for better workload management to alleviate pressure on front-line staff and prioritize the well-being of Taiwan’s civil service workforce.2023/11/29 16:15 -

MOI reviews amendments for firefighters’ association rights
Taiwan’s Interior Minister, Lin Yu-chang, has assured public service firefighters that their demands, including the formation of unions, will be met by the government. The Ministry is considering amendments to the Civil Servant Association Act to accommodate these demands.2023/10/04 18:31 -

Long hours, stress, benefit woes drive public servant exodus
Being a public servant has become less appealing for job seekers and even current employees for several reasons: prolonged working hours, increased work-related stress, and unattractive compensation plans.2023/08/28 19:29



