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Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces a new program to reduce working hours for parents with children under 12, starting March 1. The city will subsidize 80% of the cost, allowing parents to work one hour less daily without a pay cut. Applications open until June 30.

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 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.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports 66 companies have cut work hours, affecting 1,735 employees due to U.S. tariffs. The new 20% tariff starts Aug. 7.

The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan reports an increase in furloughs, with 179 businesses and 3,196 workers affected. The manufacturing sector is most impacted.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Labor reports 302 companies cut work hours, affecting 4,705 workers. Export declines and slow tourism recovery impact employment.

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The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan has announced that 364 companies have implemented reduced work shifts, affecting a total of 9,809 employees. Among these companies, four manufacturing firms have halted or prematurely ended these initiatives due to urgent orders. The manufacturing industry has been the most impacted, with 203 businesses and 8,791 individuals affected by reduced work hours. The Department of Labor Standards and Equal Employment Director Huang Wei-chen noted that large-scale businesses are typically the first to cease these initiatives when economic conditions improve. Huang also predicted that the number of companies implementing unpaid leave may decrease by the end of the year or early next year. This situation highlights the delicate balance between ensuring employee welfare and meeting business requirements, especially in the face of current economic uncertainties. The Ministry of Labor continues to oversee work policies to protect workers while promoting strong industrial performance.