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Struggling To Catch Up? Wage Gap, Inflation and Cost of Living Explained

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Why is the cost of living rising in Taiwan and around the world? From wages and rent to inflation and U.S. tariffs, we break down what’s really driving prices — and what it means for your wallet. Guest experts unpack global trends and tell us why Taiwan’s real inflation might be worse than reported. We also discuss what Taiwan’s negotiating strategy with Washington should look like moving forward. Featuring: William Yu (economist, UCLA Anderson Forecast) and Wen-Tai Hsu (research fellow, Institute of Economics, Academia Sinica)