The Ministry of Education (MOE) recently organised two seminars as part of the government’s efforts to retain foreign students after they complete their studies in Taiwan.
According to the MOE, the events, held on February 18, in Taipei City and February 25 in the southern port city of Kaohsiung, involved representatives from 56 tertiary institutions and 31 entities in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, long-term care, machinery, and metal industries.
Participants exchanged views on issues such as curriculum planning, practical training, career placement, and the employment market outlook. Through discussions and information sharing, the events informed local colleges and universities on evolving workforce needs and provided international students with insights into the domestic job market and the strengths of local sectors.
The MOE also invited officials from the Ministries of Economic Affairs, the Interior, and Labour to update attendees on employment conditions and work permit and residency regulations for foreign and overseas Chinese students.
In 2024, the MOE launched a four-year programme to offer career counselling and employment support for international students in Taiwan, with a total budget of NT$1.08 billion (US$32.93 million).
The programme employs a four-pronged approach: designating dedicated employment counselling staff for foreign students at every college and university in the country; collaborating with local businesses on course design and enhancing foreign students’ Mandarin proficiency; establishing standard operating procedures for career planning; and implementing national employment tracking. – SFC-E/ Taiwan Today
The post Taiwan MOE enhances efforts to attract and retain foreign talent appeared first on HR ASIA.
