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Experts express concerns over rising fiscal spending, debt
Taiwan’s 2025 budget breaks records, with over NT$3 trillion in both revenue and expenditure. Experts express concerns about rising debt levels, warning of potential instability as government spending growth outpaces economic performance.2024/09/18 16:23 -
Declining birth rates impact Taiwan’s military staffing: MND
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense addresses a 15% cut in military personnel for Penghu due to declining birth rates and competition from social enterprises. Read more on the 2025 defense budget’s impact.2024/09/11 13:24 -
Taiwan’s military volunteer numbers drop by over 3%: report
Explore the challenges facing Taiwan’s military as volunteer numbers decline, impacting frontline units and overall defense capabilities. Learn about the government’s response to bolster national defense.2024/09/03 14:59 -
Taiwan’s 2025 budget includes NT$100 billion for Taipower
Discover the details of Taiwan’s 2025 central government budget, approved by the Executive Yuan and now under Legislative Yuan review. Learn about the NT$100 billion allocation to Taipower, the NT$130 billion for labor insurance, and plans for a NT$33.6 billion health insurance financial assistance. Explore how the NT$3.15 trillion budget aims to balance infrastructure, innovation, and social security, with a focus on post-pandemic recovery and future investments.2024/08/22 21:00 -
Taiwan boosts defense budget to NT$647 billion for 2025
Discover the details of Taiwan’s 2025 Central Government General Budget Proposal, including a significant increase in national defense spending to NT$647 billion, 2.45% of GDP. Learn about allocations for health, anti-fraud measures, and more.2024/08/22 14:46 -
Taiwan sets record defense budget for 2025
Discover the details of Taiwan’s record-setting 2025 budget, including a historic defense budget of NT$647 billion, as President Lai emphasizes strengthening self-defense and democratic partnerships for peace and prosperity. Learn about the budget’s focus on social welfare, education, and economic development, alongside initiatives for long-term care, child care, net zero goals, anti-fraud measures, and housing solutions.2024/08/07 15:27 -
Taiwan and US address delays in US$19 billion arms sales
Explore the concerns over delayed U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, highlighting the establishment of a "Tiger team" to address delivery issues, discussions in the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, and the involvement of Taiwan’s National Security Council Secretary-General Wellington Koo in military matters.2024/05/06 17:34