Taiwan's Best Companies to Work for in Asia Transformed a Talent Crisis into a Strategic Advantage

TAIPEI, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Taiwan registers its fastest economic growth in 39 years driven by exports in AI and semiconductors, its labor market is simultaneously facing an unprecedented crisis. The HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026 Taiwan organised by Business Media International celebrates 97 resilient companies that have successfully navigated these turbulent waters, transforming their employer branding and business adaptability to secure top talent in a highly competitive landscape.

Taiwan has over 20% of its population aged 65 or older, employers are grappling with a severe talent drought. The National Development Council projects a staggering shortfall of 480,000 workers by 2030, and currently, 71% of Taiwanese employers report difficulty filling critical positions, especially at the mid-to-senior levels.

The skills mismatch and talent shortages are even more pronounced with the demand for highly skilled workers capable of adapting to rapid technological developments continuing to outpace the available domestic pipeline.

Despite these economic headwinds, the winners of the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026 have demonstrated remarkable adaptability. These organizations have successfully pivoted their employer branding to attract and retain a multi-generational workforce. By actively listening to employee sentiments and deploying targeted retention strategies, they have bridged the gap between the expectations of incoming new generation talent and the institutional wisdom of seasoned professionals.

The HR Asia Total Engagement Assessment Model (TEAM) survey has been instrumental in this transformation. By measuring employee morale, needs, and engagement with 360-degree insight, the program provides actionable, data-driven solutions for its participants. In Taiwan, these insights have enabled 330 companies to tailor their corporate initiatives, championing inclusivity and fostering continuous dialogue to boost satisfaction across all age groups.

"With an ever-growing number of Zoomers entering the workforce, there comes a number of challenges for human resources," said Datuk William Ng, Chairman, HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia. "The life experiences and expectations of the younger generation are entirely different from the previous generations, potentially creating discord in the workplace. It is good to see that a larger number of organisations in Taiwan are actively mitigating potential issues and recording higher employee satisfaction by championing inclusivity along with actively listening to their needs."

The 2026 winners serve as a blueprint for business adaptability, proving that an organization's most valuable asset remains its people. By investing in tailored career development, flexible working arrangements, and diverse work environments, these companies not only secure the talent necessary to sustain Taiwan's economic momentum but also set the standard for corporate excellence across the region.

The award covers several markets across the region including mainland China, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, India, Japan, Korea, Macau, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, and Vietnam, making this the largest recognition program and survey in the region for employee engagement. For more information about the HR Asia Best Companies to Work for in Asia 2026 - and a complete list of winners, please visit https://hr.asia/awards/.

LIST OF WINNERS OF HR ASIA BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN ASIA 2026 (TAIWAN EDITION) IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER:

1. ABBVIE BIOPHARMACEUTICALS GMBH TAIWAN BRANCH
2. ADATA TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
3. AETHERTEK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
4. AIA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED TAIWAN BRANCH
5. ALLIANZ TAIWAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.
6. ARROW ELECTRONICS TAIWAN LTD.
7. ASIA CEMENT CORPORATION
8. ASML TAIWAN
9. ASTRAZENECA TAIWAN LIMITED
10. ATEN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
11. AVERY DENNISON TAIWAN
12. BAXTER HEALTHCARE LTD
13. BENQ QISDA GROUP
14. BORA PHARMACEUTICALS CO., LTD.
15. CAPITAL SECURITIES CORPORATION
16. CATHAY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS
17. CATHAY HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
18. CATHAY SECURITIES CORPORATION
19. CHANEL INC.
20. CHIA HSIN CEMENT CORPORATION
21. CHINA AIRLINES
22. CHUBB LIFE INSURANCE TAIWAN COMPANY
23. COACH NETHERLANDS B.V., TAIWAN BRANCH
24. CORTINA WATCH TW PTE LTD, TAIWAN BRANCH
25. CTBC FINANCIAL HOLDING CO., LTD.
26. DARFON ELECTRONICS CORP.
27. DBS BANK (TAIWAN) LTD.
28. DELTA ELECTRONICS, INC.
29. DENTSU GROUP TAIWAN
30. DFI IKEA, TAIWAN
31. DKSH TAIWAN LTD
32. DOLPHIN LOGISTICS SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT CO., LTD.
33. ECOLAB TAIWAN
34. EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES (TAIWAN) CORP.
35. EISAI TAIWAN INC.
36. ELI LILLY AND COMPANY (TAIWAN), INC
37. EVERRICH D.F.S. CORPORATION
38. FAR EASTERN BIG CITY SHOPPING MALLS CO., LTD.
39. FAR EASTERN INTERNATIONAL BANK
40. FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
41. FIH MOBILE LIMITED
42. FIL SECURITIES INVESTMENT TRUST CO. (TAIWAN) LIMITED
43. FORTUNE ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
44. GENERAL INTERFACE SOLUTION (GIS) HOLDING LIMITED
45. GIGA SOLUTION TECH. CO., LTD.
46. GLOBAL MALL CO., LTD.
47. GSK TAIWAN
48. H2U CORPORATION
49. HALEON UK SERVICES LIMITED TAIWAN BRANCH
50. HERMENEUTIC RESEARCH
51. HITACHI ENERGY TAIWAN
52. HON HAI TECHNOLOGY GROUP (FOXCONN)
53. IMS NANOFABRICATION
54. J&V ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
55. JARDINE FOOD SERVICES (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.
56. KAMEE INC.
57. KEDGE CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD.
58. KINDOM DEVELOPMENT CO., LTD.
59. L'ORÉAL TAIWAN
60. LOTUS PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
61. MEDIALAND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION GROUP
62. METAAGE CORPORATION
63. NAN SHAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, LTD.
64. NEW DEANTRONICS TAIWAN LTD.
65. PACIFIC SOGO DEPARTMENT STORES CO., LTD.
66. PEPSICO FOODS TAIWAN
67. PHILIP MORRIS TAIWAN S.A. TAIWAN BRANCH
68. PRIMAX ELECTRONICS LTD.
69. SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
70. SEETEL NEW ENERGY CO., LTD.
71. SHIHLIN ELECTRIC AND ENGINEERING CORPORATION
72. SHOPLINE TECHNOLOGY CORP., LTD.
73. SIEMENS ENERGY LIMITED
74. SINOPAC FINANCIAL HOLDINGS COMPANY LIMITED
75. SOLID STATE STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CORP.
76. SUNTORY
77. SWIRE COCA-COLA BEVERAGES LTD. TAIWAN BRANCH
78. TAIKOO MOTORS GROUP
79. TAIWAN EXPRESS CO. LTD.
80. TAIWAN INTERNATIONAL PORTS CORPORATION, LTD.
81. TAIWAN OTSUKA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
82. TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS TAIWAN, LTD
83. TCC GROUP HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
84. TECO ELECTRIC & MACHINERY CO., LTD.
85. TITANSOFT PTE LTD
86. TS FINANCIAL HOLDING CO., LTD.
87. U-MING MARINE TRANSPORT CORPORATION
88. UNITED MICROELECTRONICS CORPORATION
89. VANTIVE HEALTHCARE LIMITED
90. VENA GROUP
91. WALSIN LIHWA CORPORATION
92. WEI ZHENG CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD
93. WINWAY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
94. WPG HOLDINGS LIMITED
95. WPP MEDIA
96. YUANTA FINANCIAL HOLDING CO., LTD.
97. YUNGCHING REALTY

WINNERS OF HR ASIA DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION AWARDS 2026

• AETHERTEK TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
• ALLIANZ TAIWAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.
• ASIA CEMENT CORPORATION
• ATEN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
• CAPITAL SECURITIES CORPORATION
• CATHAY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS
• CHANEL INC.
• CHUBB LIFE INSURANCE TAIWAN COMPANY
• CORTINA WATCH TW PTE LTD, TAIWAN BRANCH
• DENTSU GROUP TAIWAN
• DFI IKEA, TAIWAN
• FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
• GENERAL INTERFACE SOLUTION (GIS) HOLDING LIMITED
• H2U CORPORATION
• HON HAI TECHNOLOGY GROUP (FOXCONN)
• LOTUS PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
• NEW DEANTRONICS TAIWAN LTD.
• PACIFIC SOGO DEPARTMENT STORES CO., LTD.
• SHOPLINE TECHNOLOGY CORP., LTD.
• TAIWAN OTSUKA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
• TECO ELECTRIC & MACHINERY CO., LTD.
• VENA GROUP
• WALSIN LIHWA CORPORATION
• WEI ZHENG CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD

WINNERS OF HR ASIA PEOPLE TRANSFORMATION AWARDS 2026

• ABBVIE BIOPHARMACEUTICALS GMBH TAIWAN BRANCH
• AIA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED TAIWAN BRANCH
• ALLIANZ TAIWAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.
• ASIA CEMENT CORPORATION
• ASTRAZENECA TAIWAN LIMITED
• ATEN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
• CAPITAL SECURITIES CORPORATION
• CATHAY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS
• CATHAY HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
• CHUBB LIFE INSURANCE TAIWAN COMPANY
• CORTINA WATCH TW PTE LTD, TAIWAN BRANCH
• DENTSU GROUP TAIWAN
• EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES (TAIWAN) CORP.
• FAR EASTERN BIG CITY SHOPPING MALLS CO., LTD.
• FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
• FIL SECURITIES INVESTMENT TRUST CO. (TAIWAN) LIMITED
• FORTUNE ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
• GLOBAL MALL CO., LTD.
• HITACHI ENERGY TAIWAN
• HON HAI TECHNOLOGY GROUP (FOXCONN)
• LOTUS PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
• METAAGE CORPORATION
• NEW DEANTRONICS TAIWAN LTD.
• PACIFIC SOGO DEPARTMENT STORES CO., LTD.
• PHILIP MORRIS TAIWAN S.A. TAIWAN BRANCH
• SHIHLIN ELECTRIC AND ENGINEERING CORPORATION
• SWIRE COCA-COLA BEVERAGES LTD. TAIWAN BRANCH
• TAIKOO MOTORS GROUP
• TAIWAN OTSUKA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
• TECO ELECTRIC & MACHINERY CO., LTD.
• TS FINANCIAL HOLDING CO., LTD.
• U-MING MARINE TRANSPORT CORPORATION
• VANTIVE HEALTHCARE LIMITED
• WALSIN LIHWA CORPORATION
• WEI ZHENG CONSTRUCTION CO., LTD
• WPG HOLDINGS LIMITED

WINNERS OF HR ASIA SUSTAINABLE WORKPLACE AWARDS 2026

• ADATA TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
• ALLIANZ TAIWAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.
• ASIA CEMENT CORPORATION
• ASTRAZENECA TAIWAN LIMITED
• ATEN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
• BAXTER HEALTHCARE LTD
• BORA PHARMACEUTICALS CO., LTD.
• CAPITAL SECURITIES CORPORATION
• CATHAY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS
• CHANEL INC.
• CHUBB LIFE INSURANCE TAIWAN COMPANY
• DENTSU GROUP TAIWAN
• ECOLAB TAIWAN
• EVERRICH D.F.S. CORPORATION
• FAR EASTERN BIG CITY SHOPPING MALLS CO., LTD.
• FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
• GENERAL INTERFACE SOLUTION (GIS) HOLDING LIMITED
• GLOBAL MALL CO., LTD.
• HON HAI TECHNOLOGY GROUP (FOXCONN)
• J&V ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
• LOTUS PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
• PACIFIC SOGO DEPARTMENT STORES CO., LTD.
• TAIKOO MOTORS GROUP
• TECO ELECTRIC & MACHINERY CO., LTD.
• WALSIN LIHWA CORPORATION
• WPG HOLDINGS LIMITED

WINNERS OF HR ASIA TECH EMPOWERMENT AWARDS 2026

• ABBVIE BIOPHARMACEUTICALS GMBH TAIWAN BRANCH
• ALLIANZ TAIWAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY LTD.
• ASIA CEMENT CORPORATION
• ASTRAZENECA TAIWAN LIMITED
• ATEN INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD.
• BAXTER HEALTHCARE LTD
• CATHAY FINANCIAL HOLDINGS
• CHUBB LIFE INSURANCE TAIWAN COMPANY
• DENTSU GROUP TAIWAN
• FAR EASTERN NEW CENTURY CORPORATION
• GENERAL INTERFACE SOLUTION (GIS) HOLDING LIMITED
• HITACHI ENERGY TAIWAN
• HON HAI TECHNOLOGY GROUP (FOXCONN)
• KAMEE INC.
• MEDIALAND DIGITAL COMMUNICATION GROUP
• METAAGE CORPORATION
• PACIFIC SOGO DEPARTMENT STORES CO., LTD.
• PHILIP MORRIS TAIWAN S.A. TAIWAN BRANCH
• SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
• SEETEL NEW ENERGY CO., LTD.
• SOLID STATE STORAGE TECHNOLOGY CORP.
• TAIWAN INTERNATIONAL PORTS CORPORATION, LTD.
• WALSIN LIHWA CORPORATION
• WINWAY TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
• WPG HOLDINGS LIMITED
• WPP MEDIA
• YUNGCHING REALTY

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