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Scoot adds three new routes from Taipei starting Dec. 20
Scoot expands its routes from Taipei with new flights to Vietnam, Indonesia, and China starting Dec. 20. Starlux and Tigerair Taiwan also announce new routes, boosting travel options.
2024/11/14 21:00
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Taiwan lauds international effort in Bali fraud crackdown
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan commends the Criminal Investigation Bureau for dismantling a major fraud ring in Bali, Indonesia. Authorities re-arrested and detained suspects upon their return.
2024/09/26 21:00
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Chinese shooter disqualified for tampering with Taiwan flag
Discover the details of a Chinese competitor’s disqualification at the 2024 Australasian Handgun Championships in Indonesia for attempting to remove Taiwan’s flag, and the international response that followed.
2024/08/30 10:40
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Indonesia deports Taiwanese involved in cybercrime
Discover the latest on the arrest of 11 Taiwanese fugitives involved in cybercrime, deported from Bali and facing charges in Taiwan. Learn about the cross-border effort to combat cybercrime.
2024/07/05 10:28
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Bali arrests 103 Taiwanese for alleged cybercrime
Discover the latest on the arrest of 103 Taiwanese nationals in Bali for alleged cybercrime and visa misuse. Indonesian authorities seized computers and phones, investigating potential international crime links.
2024/06/28 16:52
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Fourteen Taiwanese detained in Bali for suspected cybercrime
Discover the latest on the arrest of over 100 foreign nationals, including 14 Taiwanese, by Indonesia’s Bali Island Immigration Bureau for suspected cybercrime activities.
2024/06/28 10:28
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才剛離地…印尼客機「引擎噴火」急掉頭 機上468人全嚇壞
有一架載有468名乘客及機組人員的嘉魯達印尼航空(Garuda Indonesia)班機,原訂要在昨(15)日飛往沙烏地阿拉伯,怎料才剛升空沒多久,飛機引擎竟突然火光四射,令機長急忙折返、回到機場檢查維修,所幸這起事件並未造成任何人員傷亡。
2024/05/16 13:11
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Indonesia eyes Taiwan’s excellent earthquake response
Indonesian Vice President Ma’ruf Amin commends Taiwan’s disaster management, urging Indonesia to adopt similar strategies and technology for improved disaster response and prevention.
2024/04/25 17:35
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Tainan City confronts first dengue fever case of the year
Tainan City reports its first imported case of dengue fever from Indonesia, prompting preventative measures by the Tainan City Public Health Bureau. Learn about the symptoms and prevention of this mosquito-borne disease.
2024/02/20 17:53
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Taiwan reports 12 imported dengue fever cases in 2024
Stay informed about the recent dengue fever cases in Taiwan brought in from countries like Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia. Learn how to protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses while traveling abroad and upon return.
2024/02/19 14:17
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Venue shift for Asian volleyball: Indonesia replaces Taiwan
The Asian Men’s U20 Volleyball Championship, originally scheduled to be held in Taiwan in July, has been relocated to Indonesia, according to the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC). The change of venue was reportedly triggered by a protest from China, although the Chinese Taipei Volleyball Association has not confirmed this. The competition, originally planned for July 20 to 27, will now take place from July 23 to 30 in Surabaya, Indonesia. The outcome of the Asian U20 Men’s Championship will impact eligibility for next year’s FIVB Volleyball Men’s U21 World Championship. China has refrained from sending teams to sporting events in Taiwan since the 2017 Universiade Taipei. In December of last year, China expressed its desire to change the host country and submitted a protest, leading to a voting procedure. The final decision was made during an online meeting organized by the AVC.
2024/01/17 14:48
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Taiwan leads Asian stocks as foreign funds return
Foreign investors are showing renewed interest in Asian stocks, particularly in Taiwan, according to a report released on December 25. In the week of December 18 to 22, foreign funds flowed back into Asian stocks, with the Taiwan Stock Exchange attracting NT$643 million. South Korea also saw an influx of NT$602 million. South Korean stocks performed the best, increasing by 1.4%, followed closely by Thailand with a 1.01% increase. Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam also experienced positive growth. However, Taiwan’s stocks unexpectedly fell by 0.44%, despite being favored by foreign investors. India’s stock market also dropped by 0.53% for the week. In terms of overall performance in 2023, Taiwan’s stocks related to the AI supply chain surged 24.47%, surpassing the gains made by India (16.87%) and South Korea (16.24%). Looking ahead, PGIM noted that Taiwan’s industry has already hit bottom, with November’s export orders totaling US$50.63 billion, driven by emerging technologies such as high-performance computing and artificial intelligence.
2023/12/26 13:54
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Taoyuan Airport ranked 73rd in global airport standings
Taiwan’s Taoyuan Airport has been ranked 73rd in the latest global airport rankings by air passenger rights organization AirHelp. The annual analysis evaluates over 4,000 airports worldwide based on on-time performance, customer service, dining, and shopping options. Oman’s Muscat International Airport claimed the title of the world’s best airport for 2023, with Brazil and Japan having the most representation in the top ten. Indonesia had three airports in the bottom ten, with Syamsudin Noor International Airport being ranked as the least favorable. These rankings reflect the ongoing efforts by global airports to meet and exceed passenger expectations.
2023/12/20 18:53
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Taiwan may benefit from Indonesia’s visa-free entry plan
Taiwan is among the potential beneficiaries of Indonesia’s contemplation to offer visa-free entry for tourists from 20 major source countries, following the example set by Thailand. Indonesian Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Sandiaga Uno, disclosed in an interview that the government is discussing the launch of a visa exemption policy to attract more tourists and boost local economic development. Currently, travelers, including short-term tourists, need to secure a visa to visit Indonesia, including the option of Visa on Arrival (VOA) at designated entry points. Taiwanese passport holders can apply for VOA at 15 airports across Indonesia, such as Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, and Bali, allowing them to stay up to 30 days with a one-time extension option. Given Taiwan’s place within the top 20 sources of foreign tourists to Indonesia, there is a significant chance that it will be included in the visa exemption program. This move could simplify travel for Taiwanese citizens and deepen tourism-based interactions between the two nations.
2023/12/09 17:09
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Examination Yuan donates 6,600 books to overseas schools
The Examination Yuan donates 6,600 books in Chinese and English to support library services in Taiwanese schools abroad, including the Surabaya Taipei School in Indonesia. The Ministry’s International and Cross-strait Education Department emphasizes the competitiveness of overseas students in Taiwanese schools, and hopes the book donation will foster closer ties between international Taiwanese institutions and domestic government bodies. The books cover a wide range of subjects and are expected to expand students’ imaginations and nurture global talent.
2023/12/07 21:10
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Trump threatens to revoke Biden’s IPEF framework if elected
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stated that he would revoke current President Joe Biden’s Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF) if he wins the 2024 presidential election. Trump argues that the IPEF could negatively impact the American manufacturing industry and lead to increased unemployment rates. The U.S. previously withdrew from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) due to similar concerns. Negotiations for Biden’s IPEF began in September 2022, with a focus on major southern powers like India and Indonesia, aiming to promote economic cooperation and exclude China. The IPEF includes countries such as Australia, Singapore, Japan, and 10 other Indo-Pacific nations, constituting about 40% of the global GDP. It emphasizes fair and resilient trade, supply chain resilience, and clean energy. Taiwan’s chief trade negotiator expressed the country’s interest in monitoring the IPEF’s development and presenting a proposal for Taiwan’s inclusion at the appropriate time. President Tsai Ing-wen has also expressed Taiwan’s desire to join the IPEF, believing it would create more business opportunities for Taiwanese and U.S. companies.
2023/11/20 12:11
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Biden, Xi to discuss Taiwan at APEC meeting, says expert
U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in San Francisco on November 15, with Taiwan as a key focus of their discussions, according to an expert from the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR). The meeting agenda includes four main issues: Taiwan, fentanyl containment, Israel-Hamas conflict, and climate change response. It is expected that Xi will seek Biden’s reiteration of the United States’ stance against Taiwan’s independence, as Beijing considers Taiwan a part of China and opposes its independence. Additionally, Xi may anticipate Biden’s affirmation that the U.S. does not favor any specific political party in the Taiwan presidential elections. This summit marks a direct face-to-face dialogue between the leaders since their talks during the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, in November 2022.
2023/11/09 12:34
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有片/收藏數萬文物!印尼國家博物館遭祝融 烈火狂燒2小時
位於印尼雅加達中區(Central Jakarta)的印尼國家博物館(National Museum Indonesia)16日晚間傳出火警,起火點位於A棟,導致2個存放歷史文物的展間被燒毀,當局獲報緊急出動52名消防員、13輛消防車滅火,耗時2小時才把火撲滅,初步調查顯示火勢是由電線短路引起。
2023/09/17 12:34
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30佳麗被迫脫衣檢查橘皮 環球小姐加冕典禮急喊卡
由於印尼環球小姐選美承辦單位被指控性騷擾,環球小姐選美組織(Miss Universe Organization)宣布終止與印尼承辦方的合作,並將取消即將登場的馬來西亞環球小姐選拔活動。
2023/08/14 09:27
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環球小姐選美竟被迫裸體擺拍 印尼佳麗群起提告性騷擾
印尼環球小姐選美大賽(Indonesia’s Miss Universe)被踢爆性騷擾,一名曾是參賽佳麗的年輕女性N,7日在律師陪同下,前往雅加達首都警察局提告備案,警方隨後也證實這項消息。讓N女最不滿的一點是,選美主辦單位臨時加入不在流程內「裸拍身體檢查」環節,要求所有佳麗脫去內外衣,以裸體展示並讓主辦方拍攝紀錄,根據提告佳麗的說法,拍攝時現場還有不少男性工作人員,讓她感覺非常恥辱,才決定提出告訴。
2023/08/09 11:20
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12 Indonesian sailors lost at sea in shipwreck near Taiwan
Taiwan’s Coast Guard Administration reported Tuesday (Nov. 1) that 12 Indonesian sailors are likely lost at sea after a shipwreck near the Taiwan coast. The Panama-flagged freighter sank a day earlier near the coast of central Taiwan. The stormy seas and strong winds from Tropical Storm Nalgae reportedly tilted the ship, causing water to enter the body and damaging the engine.
2022/11/03 19:04
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Indonesia tourism minister confident about upcoming G20
Indonesia’s tourism industry was hit hard by the pandemic, which significantly impacted the holiday island of Bali as the number of domestic and international tourist arrivals plummeted due to travel restrictions.
2022/10/03 21:18
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趁買新飛機走私哈雷重機 印尼航空執行長職位不保
國營的印尼航空(Garuda Indonesia)近來陷入多項爭議,最近被查獲利用從法國購買的新飛機走私高價哈雷大衛森重型機車及布朗登折疊式腳踏車。執行長阿斯哈拉將被解職。
2019/12/06 17:23