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Taichung mayor calls for energy diversification in Taiwan
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen addresses air quality issues, urging energy diversification to prevent pollution from the Taichung Power Plant. She highlights progress in reducing poor air quality days and calls for government collaboration to protect public health.
2024/11/15 20:00
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Central government to oversee hotel, solar project EIAs
Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming confirms the central government will oversee environmental impact assessments for projects like hotels and solar power.
2024/11/14 14:08
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Mayor Hou supports affordable transit for students
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih plans to seek funding for a NT$500 monthly pass combining YouBike and bus services. The initiative aims to make transportation more affordable for students and light commuters.
2024/11/08 17:32
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Taipei mayor urges electricity discount for metro
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urges the central government to offer an electricity rate discount for Taipei Metro to ease operational costs. Rising electricity prices and increased personnel expenses challenge the metro’s budget, potentially leading to fare hikes.
2024/11/04 11:44
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President Lai assesses typhoon impact at CEOC
Typhoon Kong-rey led President Lai Ching-te to praise government collaboration in disaster response. He urged swift agricultural aid and highlighted public-private cooperation.
2024/10/31 12:54
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Taipei mayor urges typhoon readiness as Kong-Rey nears
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urges city departments to boost typhoon readiness as Typhoon Kong-Rey nears. Residents should stay informed and prioritize safety.
2024/10/29 14:05
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Typhoon Kong-rey may delay Mayday concerts in Hualien
Typhoon Kong-rey may delay Mayday’s Nov. 2-3 concerts in Hualien. The Hualien County Tourism Department advises fans to stay updated on potential changes.
2024/10/28 15:53
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Mayor Chiang calls for tackling waste issues at source
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urges the central government to address waste management at the source. He confirms support for other counties and highlights Taipei’s waste reduction efforts.
2024/10/28 11:33
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Kaohsiung mayor urges carbon fee support for industries
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai urges Taiwan’s central government to allocate carbon fees to support high-emission industries in reducing carbon output.
2024/10/21 16:00
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Taiwan budget talks stall despite party leaders’ luncheon
Taiwan’s 2025 budget talks hit a stalemate as TPP and KMT express frustration over the Executive Yuan’s lack of new proposals. Future negotiations need concrete solutions.
2024/10/11 17:01
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Premier Cho optimistic about budget meeting with leaders
Premier Cho Jung-tai anticipates a productive luncheon with legislative leaders to discuss the 2025 budget. The meeting, delayed by a typhoon, will address key issues in education, welfare, and technology.
2024/10/11 11:18
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Kaohsiung roads, schools restored after typhoon
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai reports major roads and schools are restored after Typhoon Krathon. Focus shifts to park cleanup and agricultural recovery.
2024/10/07 14:57
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Kaohsiung crops suffer NT$80.76M damage following typhoon
Typhoon Krathon caused over NT$100 million in agricultural losses in Kaohsiung, with crops like guavas and bananas hit hard. Mayor Chen urges farmers to report damage.
2024/10/04 16:40
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Premier Cho calls for unity on 2025 budget approval
Premier Cho Jung-tai stresses unity between the Presidential Office and Executive Yuan to pass the 2025 budget. Typhoon Krathon delays talks with Speaker Han.
2024/10/04 11:34
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Premier Cho urges better weather data for local decisions
Premier Cho Jung-tai urges Taiwan’s weather agency to improve forecast accuracy after Typhoon Krathon’s slow movement caused economic losses and public dissatisfaction.
2024/10/04 11:10
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Local governments to renovate schools, central aid continues
The Executive Yuan announced that local governments will renovate public school buildings, with central government support. Investments include NT$100 billion for facilities, NT$32.3 billion for air conditioning, and NT$20 billion for digital learning.
2024/09/30 23:00
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Taichung closes Gaomei Wetland camping area for typhoon
Taichung City Government closes Gaomei Wetland camping area for five days due to Typhoon Krathon. Sandbags distributed, and pumping stations ready. Reassessment on Oct. 4.
2024/09/30 14:20
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MOE announces Chung Chou University asset transfer
Chung Chou University of Science and Technology transferred its assets to the Ministry of the Interior, marking the first such transfer to a central government agency. The site will be used for national defense and training.
2024/09/27 16:25
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Keelung declares Oct. 13 holiday for mayor recall vote
Keelung will hold a recall election for Mayor George Hsieh on October 13, with the Central Election Commission designating the day as a holiday for eligible voters in government agencies, schools, businesses, and organizations within the election district.
2024/09/10 15:38
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Cho Jung-tai faces low approval ratings 100 days into office
Discover how Taiwan’s Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses the new housing loan program concerns and plans for minimum wage adjustments amid mixed public satisfaction ratings.
2024/08/28 18:02
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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
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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
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Taipei mayor backs Olympic boxer against Trump’s claims
Discover how Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an stands up for Olympic boxer Lin Yu-ting against Donald Trump’s transgender claims, advocating for athlete rights and national pride.
2024/08/19 11:44
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Taichung mayor cuts US trip short as Typhoon Gaemi nears
Discover how Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen cut her U.S. trip short to return to Taiwan ahead of Typhoon Gaemi, prioritizing residents’ safety and issuing a work and class suspension.
2024/07/24 10:13
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Chiang proposes major funding for school, market revamps
Discover how Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an’s ’two funds, three policies’ initiative aims to transform the city with financial and policy support for school renovations, market upgrades, and Shezidao development. Learn about the central government’s response to these proposals.
2024/05/23 17:32