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Why is Taiwan's relaxed hiring of foreign caregivers for elderly seen as controversial?

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Taiwan becomes a super-aged society this year. In response to its growing elderly population, a revised law takes effect that took effect on Aug 1 will make it easier for seniors to hire live-in foreign caregivers. Under the revised rules, individuals aged 80 and above can now hire live-in foreign caregivers without needing a health evaluation. But the policy change has sparked a debate, with some expressing concern that it could limit access for those most in need.

Taiwan becomes a super-aged society this year. In response to its growing elderly population, a revised law takes effect that took effect on Aug 1 will make it easier for seniors to hire live-in foreign caregivers. Under the revised rules, individuals aged 80 and above can now hire live-in foreign caregivers without needing a health evaluation. But the policy change has sparked a debate, with some expressing concern that it could limit access for those most in need.

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