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:1105 NIA video news report-English
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News Focus (November 1 – November 7)
- CECC to maintain Level 2 epidemic alert until November 11, lifting masking mandates in some outdoor settings
The CECC announced that the Level 2 epidemic alert is extended until November 1 with several outdoors mask regulations eased. (Read more: CECC to maintain Level 2 epidemic alert until November 11, lifting masking mandates in some outdoor settings)
- Vaccination registration platform "qualification inquiry" is open for new immigrants
The public can register and book their vaccinations through the online system. There is also an option to check your qualification query. (Read more: Vaccination registration platform "qualification inquiry" is open for new immigrants
- Attention to young and middle-aged new residents, BNT vaccine is available for all ages
The CECC announced that the BNT vaccine will soon be available to people of all ages. The public is reminded to check the “qualification query” before booking their vaccines. (Read more: Attention to young and middle-aged new residents, BNT vaccine is available for all ages)
- Taiwanese Government announces fully vaccinated migrant workers could enter Taiwan first
Migrant workers are having trouble entering Taiwan causes job shortages at several companies. The MOL responded since the epidemic is more stable, fully vaccinates migrant workers will be prioritized in entering Taiwan. (Read more: Fully vaccinated migrant workers could enter Taiwan first: Government)