Express firm workers protest wage freezeSTRUGGLING TO SURVIVE: Chunghwa Express workers called for a 5 percent increase in pay, which has been stagnant for 17 years, or they might go on strikeBy Shelley Shan / Staff reporterMembers of the Chunghwa Express Union yesterday held a protest in front of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications building, saying that the express delivery firm has not adjusted workers’ salaries for 17 years. The protesters said they would not rule out going on strike at the end of this month if Chunghwa Express’ board refuses to approve a raise. Chunghwa Express workers protest outside the Ministry of Transportation and Communications building yesterday, threatening to go on strike if they are not given a pay raise. Meanwhile, the basic monthly salary for an entry-level Chunghwa Express employee was less than NT$25,000, the union said. Chunghwa Post holds a significant stake in Chunghwa Express and should quickly establish a salary-adjustment mechanism to retain experienced workers and maintain service quality, the union said.

Source: Taipei Times September 15, 2021 15:56 UTC