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Courtesy of ICRT
DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te has pledged to boost salaries, focusing on addressing the concerns of young voters.
In a recent interview, Lai acknowledged the government's shortcomings in supporting young people's progress. With a decline in support from under-30s, he emphasized the need to prioritize salary increases.
He highlighted the Tsai administration's efforts, noting the rise in minimum wage from NT$20,008 in 2016 to the current NT$26,400 and a further increase next year to NT$27,470. Lai promised continued hikes in the minimum wage, though without specifics, and committed to fostering economic growth and industrial advancements to create better-paying jobs.
This announcement follows the recent legislative approval of a bill for regular minimum wage adjustments based on the consumer price index. However, the proposed NT$27,470 is still below President Tsai's target of NT$30,000 by the end of 2024.
Meanwhile, KMT vice presidential candidate Zhao Shao-kang has vowed to keep his campaign promise of pushing for a parliamentary system for the central government if he and Hou Yo-ih are elected. He said he'll step down from his position if he fails to kick start the process.
Speaking at National Cheng-chi University last night, Zhao said he and Hou Yo-yi, the presidential nominee, agree that the current presidential system means the president has too much executive power. He said they believe a parliamentary system, which involves joint decision-making processes, is more stable and better for the country.
Zhao admitted that the change will be challenging as it must be done via amending the constitution, but there's a good chance for it as TPP chair and presidential nominee Ko Wen-je also supports the idea.
