Filipino migrant workers at Taiwanese medical device manufacturer TaiDoc Technology have launched a strike and protests, accusing the company of union busting and strict management rules. The company has denied responding to the union's demands.
The labor dispute highlights ongoing challenges faced by migrant workers in Taiwan regarding freedom of association and fair labor practices, potentially impacting the reputation of the medical device industry.
Filipino migrant workers at Taiwanese medical device manufacturer TaiDoc Technology have initiated a strike and staged protests, alleging union busting and overly strict management practices. The dispute escalated after the company allegedly dismissed union officials following a protest against the firing of the union's chair. According to labor advocates, TaiDoc's chairman, Chen Chao-wang, offered to reinstate the six dismissed officials on the condition that they leave the union, an offer that was rejected. Subsequently, these workers were reportedly forced out of their dormitories and are now residing in an NGO-run shelter. The union, comprising 30 members, has vowed to continue its actions until the dispute is resolved, with protests occurring outside the Ministry of Labor. TaiDoc Technology has stated that it will not respond to the union's demands.
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