Subsidy: Emergency Wage Increase Support Payment

This is a national emergency support fund designed to reduce the management burden of SMEs coping with wage increases. The program provides urgent financial assistance to help businesses absorb the rising labor costs stemming from rapid wage pressures. SMEs (below capital and employee thresholds) are eligible regardless of industry or region. The subsidy covers a portion of additional labor costs incurred from wage raises, with specific caps and subsidy rates outlined in the recruitment guidelines. Proof of recent wage increases and a business plan for future operations must be submitted. As an emergency measure with tight timelines, early application preparation is critical.