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From February 1st to June 30th,2023, National Immigration Agency will promote the "Expanded Overstayers Voluntary Departure Program".Those who report yourself during the program period will be treated "leniently," receiving punishments like no detention, minimum fine of NT$2,000, and exempted from entry ban. NIA encourages expanded overstayers to report themselves.National Immigration Agency also noted that the Legislative Yuan has been provided draft modifications to some provisions of the entry-exit and immigration legislation for assessment.From February 1st to June 30th,2023, National Immigration Agency will promote the "Expanded Overstayers Voluntary Departure Program". Photo provided by NIAAmendments to increase penalties:In order to prevent foreigners from overstaying in our country, the overdue fine will be increased from NT$2,000 ~ NT$10,000 to NT$30,000 yuan ~ NT$150,000, and the certain period of time of banned from entering Taiwan will be increase from a maximum of 3 years to a maximum of 10 years.National Immigration Agency has set up a free consultation hotline 0800-024-881 (ByeBye) for this program, which provides multi-language services. Citizens and foreigners who have overstayed can also use this hotline to inquire.

Tainan City to hold a large-scale employment expo for the demand of talents in the industrial recovery after the epidemic

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The Tainan City Government will host the "Second Large-Scale Employment Expo" at Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology on June 10 in collaboration with universities, non-governmental organizations, and regional district offices to assist college graduates and those who are looking for work or who want to change jobs in finding employment quickly. This season, 116 manufacturers will take part, creating 6,090 openings.Read more: Labor Affairs Bureau of Taichung City Government will host an employment workshop for new immigrants to help with job matchingTainan City to hold a large-scale employment expo for the demand of talents in the industrial recovery after the epidemic.Photo reproduced from 台南工作好找 FacebookAccording to the director (王鑫基) of Labor Affairs Bureau of Tainan City Government, the need for skills has grown as a result of the epidemic's unblocking and the recovery of several industries. Additionally, the Labor Affairs Bureau actively helps employers seek talent. The city administration created nearly 22,000 job openings between January and April of this year through 89 talent recruiting events, including the first large-scale employment expo. The municipal administration will also host the second large-scale employment expo this year in collaboration with the school in response to the forthcoming graduation season. Some manufacturers provide matching services like online resume distribution and video interviews in addition to offering services like career counselling and labor legal consultation.Read more: Overstayers self-report for reduced penalty! Let NIA help you home!Tainan City to hold a large-scale employment expo for the demand of talents in the industrial recovery after the epidemic.Photo provided by Tainan City GovernmentThe Labor Affairs Bureau reports that 116 manufacturers in total were invited to participate in this employment expo, which resulted in 6,090 job openings, 2,611 of which will be held on June 10 at Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology. These positions will pay more than 30,000 NTD per month. People who are interested in jobs are welcome to attend.

President Tsai Ing-wen met with PH senator and affirmed the contribution of Filipino migrant workers in Taiwan

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President Tsai Ing-wen met with Senator Risa Hontiveros of the Philippines and the delegation and expressed her gratitude to them for their long-standing support of Taiwan as well as for the contribution that Filipino migrant workers have made to Taiwan's industry and economy. In an effort to promote more contacts and cooperation, President Tsai Ing-wen said she would warmly welcome students from the Philippines to Taiwan. The senator also stated her support for Taiwan's democracy and her concern over Taiwan's economic and trade growth, as well as the welfare of Filipino migrant workers there.Read more: Overstayers self-report for reduced penalty! Let NIA help you home!President Tsai Ing-wen and Senator Risa Hontiveros of the Philippines.Photo reproduced from Office of the President Republic of China (Taiwan) FacebookAccording to President Tsai, there are presently close to 150,000 Filipino migrant workers in Taiwan who have significantly boosted Taiwan's economy and industry and served as a link between Taiwan and the Philippines. In order to expand the possibilities for mutually beneficial cooperation, President Tsai also encourages Filipino students to pursue higher education in Taiwan so they may work directly for businesses once they graduate.PH Senator Risa Hontiveros looks forward to creating more opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation with Taiwan.Photo reproduced from Senator Risa Hontiveros’ FacebookRead more: First new immigrant national policy adviser in Taiwan actively engages in public affairs and advocates for new immigrantsSenator Risa Hontiveros expressed her gratitude for the chance to speak with President Tsai about the issues that the nations are facing and pledged to remain committed to preserving national security, enhancing economic and trade ties between Taiwan and the Philippines, and promoting the welfare of migrant workers in Taiwan. At the same time, it made note of how, over the last few decades, economic and commercial cooperation as well as national unity have strengthened ties between two nations. The Senator thanks Taiwan for seeing the Philippines as a key gateway and for stepping up their collaboration in fields including agriculture, fisheries, and green technologies.Sen. Risa Hontiveros of the Philippines stressed the significance of peace for public safety and economic success. She is certain that Taiwan and the Philippines will continue to deepen their cooperative ties and contribute to a peaceful and lovely future.