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Political tensions and natural disasters impact tourism
Chu Chien-meng of the Development Association for Taiwan Tour Guide shares a bleak outlook for Taiwan’s tourism in 2023 due to unresolved political tensions with China and a new ban on group tours. The industry also faces challenges from recent natural disasters and legal issues, despite calls for more open policies to boost tourism and economic growth.2024/05/07 14:38 -
TAO urges Taiwan not to politicize post-quake aid offers
Explore the recent urging by China’s Taiwan Affairs Office towards Taiwan to avoid political manipulation and embrace mutual aid, following a magnitude 7.2 earthquake in Hualien County. Despite China’s prompt offer of assistance, Taiwan declined, highlighting the complex cross-strait relations.2024/04/10 16:17 -
782 aftershocks rattle Taiwan in wake of magnitude 7.2 quake
Meta description (160 characters): 782 aftershocks reported after magnitude 7.2 earthquake off Hualien on April 3. CWA warns of potential magnitude 5+ aftershocks for at least a month.2024/04/09 14:10