Taipei Veterans General Hospital Superintendent Chen Wei-ming has announced salary increases for technology staff, responding to concerns raised by the hospital’s labor union. The move aims to address competitive pressures from Taiwan’s thriving tech industry, which is actively recruiting skilled personnel. Chen cited the need to retain valuable employees and maintain morale within the hospital’s IT department. He proactively initiated the pay raises, acknowledging the higher salaries offered by private technology companies. The union had previously protested, highlighting the disparity in compensation. This decision reflects a broader trend of public institutions in Taiwan facing challenges in attracting and retaining tech talent due to competition from the lucrative private sector. Chen expressed hope the increases will stabilize the workforce and ensure continued quality of service.