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Hsiao Bi-khim leads DPP staff to support Hualien tourism
Discover how the Democratic Progressive Party is supporting Hualien’s recovery from an April earthquake through tourism and local consumption, led by Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim.2024/05/15 14:55 -
Hualien’s Hotel Fouquet demolition disrupts local businesses
In Hualien, the Hotel Fouquet, compromised by a recent earthquake, is undergoing demolition, impacting local businesses like the Zhou family dumpling shop. The process, led by the Hualien Construction Office, aims for completion in two weeks, using a method for safety and efficiency. This has further strained the local economy, already suffering from reduced tourism.2024/04/24 11:00 -
Earthquake in Hualien causes hotel to tilt
Discover the aftermath of a magnitude 6 earthquake in Hualien, Taiwan, with significant impacts on local infrastructure, including the tilting of the Fouquet Hotel and the collapse of the Tong Shuai Building. Learn about the ongoing efforts to prevent further damage, the effect on local businesses, and the community’s response to ensure safety amidst continuous aftershocks.2024/04/23 13:20 -
Yuli Hospital leads charge for dementia-friendly businesses
Yuli Hospital in Hualien, Taiwan, is leading efforts to establish dementia-friendly organizations in the country. The initiative involves training employees from community branches of the Land Bank of Taiwan and Family Mart to better understand and assist individuals with dementia. With over 300,000 people affected by dementia in Taiwan, the hospital aims to raise awareness and support for this vulnerable population. Director of nursing Huang Pei-chi highlights common challenges faced by dementia patients in daily tasks like banking and shopping, urging more businesses to participate in creating a dementia-friendly environment for the elderly.2024/03/06 18:04