Introduction of Indian migrant workers sparks heated debate; KMT: Total opposition before system improvement
Labor Minister Hung Shen-han suggested the first batch of Indian migrant workers might be introduced this year, but the KMT legislative caucus expressed total opposition before the current system is improved. The KMT argues that no new source countries for migrant workers should be expanded until the issue of absconding migrant workers is effectively resolved. They demand a clear explanation from the Executive Yuan regarding the policy's motivation and industry demand. Over 32,000 people have expressed opposition on a public policy platform, citing concerns about public safety and women's security.
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- 📰 Published: April 13, 2026 at 15:40
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Labor Minister Hung Shen-han said that the first batch of Indian migrant workers might be introduced this year, sparking heated discussion. The Kuomintang (KMT) legislative caucus today stated that they are in total opposition to the introduction of Indian migrant workers before the current system is improved. They demand that the Executive Yuan explain the complete policy motivation and sources of industrial demand, and that no new source countries for migrant workers should be expanded until the issue of absconding migrant workers is effectively resolved.
Hung Shen-han stated in the Legislative Yuan on April 9 that the first batch of Indian migrant workers might be introduced this year, which raised concerns among some citizens about potential impacts on public safety. The Ministry of Labor indicated that it would fully evaluate and control the process, and would not act rashly.
The KMT caucus held a press conference today. Caucus whip Lin Pei-hsiang stated that the KMT caucus is currently in total opposition to the policy of introducing Indian migrant workers. He emphasized that this is not an emotional response or prejudice, but is based on the high risks involved.
Lin Pei-hsiang said that Taiwan's problem with absconding migrant workers is severe and has never been resolved, indicating loopholes in system design and difficulties in management, which has become a blind spot for social safety. However, the government is not fixing the loopholes first, but continuing to open the door. He questioned whether there is a real shortage of people, or a shortage of cheaper, easier-to-use labor. He called on Premier Cho Jung-tai to hit the brakes and listen carefully to the voices of the people.
Lin Pei-hsiang said that the KMT caucus put forward three main points: first, total opposition to the introduction of Indian migrant workers before the current system is improved; second, demanding that the Executive Yuan immediately explain the complete policy motivation and sources of industrial demand; and third, that no new source countries for migrant workers should be expanded until the problem of absconding migrant workers is effectively resolved. He stressed that old problems should not be left unresolved while creating new ones.
KMT legislator Wang Hung-wei said that on April 9, on the public policy online participation platform, over 32,000 people demanded that the government not introduce Indian migrant workers, citing reasons of protecting women and children's safety, public order, and gender equality. She questioned whether the government should not stop, face and solve the problem, and eliminate social doubts, instead of manipulating the opposition party's stance on opening up to Indian migrant workers.
KMT legislator Wang Yu-min believes that the government wants to introduce Indian migrant workers, but so far, supporting measures are insufficient, and social communication has not been到位. She demanded that the Executive Yuan must wait until all supporting measures and social communication can ensure that no problems arise before discussing the issue of introducing Indian migrant workers.
KMT legislator Huang Chien-pin believes that when promoting the introduction of labor in the future, the focus should not only be on how many people enterprises lack, but first on whether the government can manage it and whether society can bear the burden. (Editors: Hsieh Chia-chen, Su Chih-tsung) 1150413
Hung Shen-han stated in the Legislative Yuan on April 9 that the first batch of Indian migrant workers might be introduced this year, which raised concerns among some citizens about potential impacts on public safety. The Ministry of Labor indicated that it would fully evaluate and control the process, and would not act rashly.
The KMT caucus held a press conference today. Caucus whip Lin Pei-hsiang stated that the KMT caucus is currently in total opposition to the policy of introducing Indian migrant workers. He emphasized that this is not an emotional response or prejudice, but is based on the high risks involved.
Lin Pei-hsiang said that Taiwan's problem with absconding migrant workers is severe and has never been resolved, indicating loopholes in system design and difficulties in management, which has become a blind spot for social safety. However, the government is not fixing the loopholes first, but continuing to open the door. He questioned whether there is a real shortage of people, or a shortage of cheaper, easier-to-use labor. He called on Premier Cho Jung-tai to hit the brakes and listen carefully to the voices of the people.
Lin Pei-hsiang said that the KMT caucus put forward three main points: first, total opposition to the introduction of Indian migrant workers before the current system is improved; second, demanding that the Executive Yuan immediately explain the complete policy motivation and sources of industrial demand; and third, that no new source countries for migrant workers should be expanded until the problem of absconding migrant workers is effectively resolved. He stressed that old problems should not be left unresolved while creating new ones.
KMT legislator Wang Hung-wei said that on April 9, on the public policy online participation platform, over 32,000 people demanded that the government not introduce Indian migrant workers, citing reasons of protecting women and children's safety, public order, and gender equality. She questioned whether the government should not stop, face and solve the problem, and eliminate social doubts, instead of manipulating the opposition party's stance on opening up to Indian migrant workers.
KMT legislator Wang Yu-min believes that the government wants to introduce Indian migrant workers, but so far, supporting measures are insufficient, and social communication has not been到位. She demanded that the Executive Yuan must wait until all supporting measures and social communication can ensure that no problems arise before discussing the issue of introducing Indian migrant workers.
KMT legislator Huang Chien-pin believes that when promoting the introduction of labor in the future, the focus should not only be on how many people enterprises lack, but first on whether the government can manage it and whether society can bear the burden. (Editors: Hsieh Chia-chen, Su Chih-tsung) 1150413
FAQ
Does the KMT support the introduction of Indian migrant workers?
The KMT is in total opposition to the introduction of Indian migrant workers until the current system is improved.
What are the KMT's main reasons for opposing the introduction?
They believe the risks are too high due to unresolved issues with absconding migrant workers and flaws in the system design.