A memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the governments of Taiwan and the Philippines was recently signed making it possible for employers in Taiwan to directly hire overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).The recruitment scheme is also called the Special Hiring Program for Taiwan (SHPT).

The new recruitment scheme permits direct hiring of OFWs by Taiwanese employers and without the assistance of Philippine-based brokers and recruitment agencies. Recruitment of OFWs for Taiwan can also be done through the Philippine government and not through private agencies. Read more.