Taiwan's Hotels Face Severe Labor Shortage, Local Accommodations at Risk of Closure

In recent years, new hotels have been opening one after another, offering high salaries to attract staff, plunging Taiwan's hotel industry into an intense labor war. As many young job seekers prioritize international brands, local accommodations with fewer resources are not only struggling to recruit talent but are also facing the constant challenge of employees being poached. Facing this severe labor shortage, many operators reluctantly admit that if they cannot find staff, they will have to face closure. They are also calling on the government to appropriately relax regulations regarding foreign workers and internships to alleviate the urgent crisis.