Taiwan Railway Workers Union Issues

Taiwan's railway workers union has decided to strike on key travel days, including during local elections in November, and refuse overtime work for the mid-autumn festival and national day. This decision follows unsuccessful negotiations with the Taiwan Railway's administration over salaries and benefits as the agency transitions to a state-owned company.

What major event in November is causing the railway workers union to strike?

• Summer vacation

• New Year festivities

• Local elections

• Christmas celebrations

During which festival in September are the union members refusing to work overtime?

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Lantern Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

• Lunar New Year

What is the reason for the union's refusal to work on National Day in October?

• Lack of holiday pay

• Disagreement over working hours

• Ongoing salary negotiations

• Transition to a state-owned company

What was the main issue in the failed negotiations between the Taiwan Railway's administration and the union?

• Working conditions

• Salaries and benefits

• Job security

• Retirement plans

What is the Taiwan Railway's administration currently transitioning into?

• A non-profit organization

• A multinational enterprise

• A state-owned company

• A private corporation