Radio Taiwan International
Date: 2018-05-02
President Tsai Ing-wen has outlined recent improvements in conditions for Taiwan’s
President Tsai Ing-wen thanks workers for their contributions to Taiwan on Monday. (Photo by CNA)
workers and promised better salaries and workplace protections.
President Tsai marked Labor Day on Tuesday by honoring exemplary workers from around Taiwan.
Speaking to the workers, Tsai said that the two years of her administration have seen the minimum wage raised twice and guarantees of days off and overtime pay put into effect. She also said the government will hire a growing number of inspectors to ensure that employers comply with labor laws.
Tsai said that the government will continue building on these achievements. She said the government will work to raise wages by continuing to increase the minimum wage. She also said that the government will lead the way, with civil servants set to receive higher salaries. Tsai also promised better conditions for Taiwan’s workers, including improvements to work safety and workplace protections. [FULL STORY]
