Taiwan's population consists of over 700,000 migrant workers, a number so large it emphasizes their role in Taiwanese society. Taiwan Immigrants' Global News Network shares the following series of informative videos about the lives of migrant workers in Taiwan. Watch the broadcast here：1224 NIA video news report－English
Taiwan Immigrants Global News Network presents weekly news to new immigrant audiences.
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News Focus (December 20 – December 26)
“Moderna vaccination site” set at the Taipei Main Station, foreigners can now apply
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) set up “Moderna vaccination sites” at Taipei Main to encourage the public, especially foreign nationals, to receive the vaccine jabs. (Read more: “Moderna vaccination site” set at the Taipei Main Station, foreigners can now apply)
NIA held “Foreign Affairs Workshop 2021”, creating a friendly environment for foreigners in Taiwan
The National Immigration Agency (NIA) recently organized the “2021 Foreign Affairs Workshop” inviting a total of 42 Taiwanese office officials from 21 countries. The NIA was praised for their outstanding performance in assisting the local government in overall epidemic prevention. (Read more: NIA held “Foreign Affairs Workshop 2021”, creating a friendly environment for foreigners in Taiwan)
Free Vocational Training videos in 5 languages available to new immigrants
In line with the “10-year vision” policy, the New Taipei City vocational training center launched “Online learning courses” for new immigrants. Subtitles are provided in Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, English, and Chinese. (Read more: Free Vocational Training videos in 5 languages available to new immigrants)
Employers must enroll new immigrant employees into an employment insurance program
To protect the labor rights and interests of migrant workers in Taiwan, employers must apply for employment insurance for their workers. This helps migrant workers adapt better into local communities. (Read more: Employers must enroll new immigrant employees into an employment insurance program)
