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Taoyuan Airport to open Terminal 3 concourse Dec. 25
Taoyuan International Airport will open the North Boarding Concourse of Terminal 3 on Dec. 25 after trials. Feedback from passengers and crew is crucial for success.
2025/12/18 14:55
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Southern Taiwan rail services back after typhoon hit
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai inspected the Taiwan High Speed Rail control center after Typhoon Danas. Rail services resumed by 9:40 a.m. Monday.
2025/07/07 18:00
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Taiwan minister explores Osaka Expo for exhibition ideas
Taiwan’s Minister of Transportation Chen Shih-kai visits Japan’s Expo 2025 Osaka to explore pavilion design and sustainability. Discover insights on future living and resource recycling.
2025/06/19 13:00
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Taiwan appoints new chairman for bullet train network
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai appoints Shih Che as the new chairman of Taiwan High Speed Rail. Shih will lead the north-south extension project, enhancing passenger experience and transportation culture.
2025/06/11 17:43
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Minister urges mask use for Dragon Boat Festival travel
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai urges mask-wearing as COVID-19 cases rise during the Dragon Boat Festival. Taiwan Railways and High-Speed Rail expect 5.4 million trips.
2025/05/29 17:07
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Taiwan to standardize speed limits around school zones
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai announced plans to improve school commuting paths and standardize speed limits in Taiwan. The initiative aims to enhance children’s safety by collaborating with local governments and addressing traffic issues.
2025/05/21 15:00
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Taiwan’s currency rise may impact tourism trends
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai discusses the New Taiwan dollar’s impact on tourism, noting potential long-term effects. The Tourism Administration will monitor trends.
2025/05/08 19:00
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Taiwan deploys 70 buses for major Mazu pilgrimage
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai announces 70 shuttle buses for the Baishatun Mazu pilgrimage’s return on May 11. Expect frequent service and extra trains.
2025/05/08 12:00
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Minister calls for stricter SOPs after railway incidents
Taiwan’s transport minister highlights human error as the main cause of recent Taiwan Railway accidents. Emphasizes SOP adherence and training improvements.
2025/04/30 17:00
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Taiwan tourism recovery lags at 66% of pre-pandemic levels
Taiwan aims to boost tourism with a 3% visitor increase in Q2, despite challenges like the tariff war. Minister Chen Shih-kai outlines strategies to enhance airport capacity and service quality.
2025/04/09 16:00
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Taiwan considers foreign workers for hospitality industry
Discover Taiwan’s plan to combat labor shortages in hospitality. Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai proposes foreign workers and wage increases. Learn the government’s strategy.
2024/12/12 15:29
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Taiwan Railway fare hike talks set for post-Lunar New Year
Taiwan Railway considers fare hikes after nearly 30 years, says Transportation Minister Chen. Discussions will follow the Lunar New Year, focusing on operational stability.
2024/12/12 15:10
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Minister vows better lighting at pedestrian crossings
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai plans to tighten large vehicle regulations and improve pedestrian crossing lighting after a fatal bus collision in Taipei.
2024/11/18 15:54
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Minister criticizes Starlux for typhoon dispatching lapse
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai criticized Starlux Airlines for not using conservative dispatching during Typhoon Kong-rey. The CAA grounded a flight after a hard landing due to unstable weather. Starlux Airlines stated they followed regulations and monitored weather data, ensuring safe operations.
2024/11/04 14:27
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Taiwan aims for 8 million tourists by year’s end
Taiwan’s tourism may surpass 8 million visitors by year’s end, says Transportation Minister Chen. Efforts focus on diversifying tourist sources and boosting Hualien’s hotel occupancy amid typhoon impacts.
2024/11/04 13:04
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Minister vows swift restoration of eastern transport links
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai pledges to restore eastern Taiwan’s rail and road networks after Typhoon Kong-rey and an earthquake. Rail services aim to resume by Friday afternoon, with air travel normalizing post-noon.
2024/11/01 11:50
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Taiwan Railway to adopt energy-saving measures
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai announced plans to work with the Ministry of Economic Affairs to help Taiwan Railway implement energy-saving measures. This aims to offset increased costs from new electricity rates effective Oct. 16. A fare adjustment proposal is expected on Oct. 22.
2024/10/07 20:00
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Taiwan to unveil new license plate design to combat fakes
Minister of Transportation Chen Shih-kai announced plans to introduce a new license plate design next year to reduce counterfeiting. Penalties for fake plates may increase.
2024/09/27 23:00
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Minister urges THSR to consider commuters in fare hike
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai urges Taiwan High Speed Rail to consider commuters and environmental goals amid planned fare adjustments. Learn more about the changes.
2024/09/27 14:46
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New transportation minister vows to adapt, work harder
Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai attended his first legislative session, emphasizing readiness to adapt and work harder. He outlined priorities for Taichung railway projects.
2024/09/26 13:44
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Taiwan’s hospitality sector struggles with labor shortage
Discover how Taiwan’s booming travel sector contrasts with its hospitality industry’s labor shortage, as Minister Chen Shih-kai discusses solutions and aims for 10 million visitors.
2024/09/13 16:13
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Transport minister backs holiday bonuses for railway staff
Explore the latest on Taiwan’s railway labor dispute: Minister Chen Shih-kai backs holiday bonuses, addresses potential strike, and inspects traffic management ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
2024/09/13 15:14
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Anchor Michelle Lee named new Executive Yuan spokesperson
Discover how Michelle Lee, with over 15 years of media experience, becomes the new Executive Yuan spokesperson, succeeding Chen Shih-kai. Learn about her background and qualifications.
2024/09/12 12:20
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Taiwan Railway fare review deferred by board
Discover the latest on Taiwan Railway’s fare adjustment talks, as Transportation Minister Chen Shih-kai emphasizes respect for the board’s governance amid discussions on a 29-year fare freeze.
2024/09/11 09:39
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Taiwan hits 5 million international visitors mark by August
Discover how Taiwan’s tourism sector has reached a milestone with 5 million international visitors by August, thanks to innovative marketing strategies and celebrity endorsements. Learn about the efforts to boost cross-strait visits and local tourism in Hualien County.
2024/09/10 20:00