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Migrant workers take up a large portion of the Taiwan population. Many of these workers are from Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. Recently, there was an announcement to vaccinate migrant workers as soon as possible. Locals and migrant workers have equal vaccination rights and regulations.
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The CECC emphasized that epidemic prevention standards are consistent across Taiwan. (Photo / Provided by the CDC)
Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) commander of the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC), said there is no special plan for migrant workers. There is no difference between migrant workers and locals, however, some migrant workers might be prioritized according to which industries they are employed in.
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Migrant workers will receive the same treatment as local Taiwanese. (Photo / Provided by the Kaohsiung City Government)
Chen Shih-chung also emphasized that migrant workers will not be deprived of their rights. Epidemic prevention standards and consistent across Taiwan to ensure just treatment.
