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Panadol prices to rise by up to 10% in Taiwan from July
Discover how the price of Panadol in Taiwan is set to rise by 8% to 10% in July due to increased electricity costs, as stated by Shen Tsai-ying of the Taiwan General Medical Practitioners Association. Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on demand and alternatives to consider.
2024/06/21 14:27
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Taiwan to publicize power information amid outage concerns
Discover how Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs, J.W. Kuo, addresses recent power outage concerns and plans for transparency in power supply and demand starting July.
2024/06/20 16:37
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Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may skip nuclear plant bill review
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may not schedule the review of bills extending the lifespan of nuclear power plants. As summer approaches, the anticipated surge in electricity usage puts additional pressure on both the public and the government.
2024/06/19 17:13
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MOEA: Taipei tech park outage not due to power shortage
Discover the latest on Taipei’s unexpected power outage in Neihu Technology Park, not linked to power shortages, as Minister Kuo Jyh-Huei clarifies. Learn about the measures Taiwan is taking to ensure power stability amid concerns over the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant’s shutdown.
2024/06/19 10:28
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KMT to launch parliamentary reform seminars in Tainan
Discover how the Kuomintang plans to promote parliamentary reform in Taiwan, aiming for transparency and democratic reforms through seminars across the nation, starting in Tainan.
2024/06/12 17:47
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J.W. Kuo: Taiwan’s electricity sufficient for AI industry
Discover how Taiwan’s Economic Affairs Minister J.W. Kuo assures sufficient power supply for the AI industry’s growth, addressing global concerns and outlining strategic initiatives for development.
2024/06/12 10:13
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Taiwan assures sufficient power for NVIDIA’s expansion
Discover how Taiwan addresses power supply concerns amid NVIDIA’s expansion, with a focus on sustainable energy and transparent pricing policies.
2024/06/07 15:15
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AmCham Taiwan calls for stable electricity pricing
Discover the American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan’s 2024 White Paper urging for stable and transparent electricity pricing to support business growth. Learn about the government’s stance on subsidies and the impact on Taiwan’s energy sector.
2024/06/06 16:17
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Taiwan’s environment minister highlights net-zero challenges
Explore how Taiwan’s Minister of Environment, Peng Chi-ming, addresses the challenges of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 and the role of nuclear energy and conservation in this effort.
2024/06/06 16:02
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Taiwan’s premier commits to a nuclear-free future
Discover Taiwan’s definitive move towards a nuclear-free future as the government, led by Premier Cho Jung-tai, commits to phasing out nuclear energy. This policy reflects a significant stance on the island’s energy future, emphasizing the administration’s dedication to fulfilling campaign promises and upholding democratic values.
2024/05/31 13:45
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Taiwan updates power demand forecast for AI surge
Discover how Taiwan is preparing for the AI era with a strategic focus on clean and renewable energy to meet the rising electricity demands of the AI and semiconductor industries.
2024/05/29 17:48
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Premier Cho addresses electricity pricing concerns in Taiwan
Discover how Taipei and New Taipei mayors address concerns over rising electricity costs and the impact on Metro Taipei and SMEs, advocating for subsidies and support in a meeting with national officials.
2024/05/23 17:34
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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
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Taipei sewer work leads to National Palace Museum blackout
Discover the cause behind the sudden power outage at Taipei’s National Palace Museum and its impact on visitors. Taipower cites sewer construction as the culprit, with power restored swiftly.
2024/05/23 14:08
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No power shortage behind Taoyuan outages, Taipower clarifies
Discover how Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) addresses the surge in power outages in Taoyuan City, clarifying that the issue is not due to electricity shortage but localized incidents. Learn about their efforts in energy conservation and steps to reduce future outages.
2024/05/09 16:55
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Taoyuan blackouts not caused by power shortage: Premier
Premier Chen Chien-jen addresses the recent power outages in Taoyuan, Taiwan, clarifying they are not due to power shortages but external factors, equipment issues, and natural disasters. Over 100 staff from Taiwan Power Company are deployed for inspections and maintenance to mitigate future incidents.
2024/05/08 15:54
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Power outage hits 11,545 homes in Taoyuan’s Luzhu District
Discover the cause of the major power outage in Taoyuan’s Luzhu District affecting over 11,000 households and Taipower’s response to the incident.
2024/05/07 15:20
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Taipower launches special inspection to curb Taoyuan outages
Discover how Taiwan Power Company is tackling power outages in Taoyuan with a special inspection project led by Huang Chih-jung, involving 180 personnel to ensure power supply reliability.
2024/05/07 11:22
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Calls for action as Taoyuan’s power outage crisis worsens
Explore the escalating power outage crisis in Taoyuan as Deputy Mayor Su Jun-pin addresses systemic issues with TaiPower, highlighting the city’s struggle with increasing frequency of power disruptions and the urgent need for infrastructure enhancement amidst a growing population.
2024/05/06 12:20
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Taipower to receive NT$100B subsidy amid financial crisis
The Executive Yuan of Taiwan approves an additional NT$100 billion budget for 2024 to support Taipower in offsetting electricity costs, addressing the company’s financial challenges and the impact of global events on fuel prices. The proposal, aimed at reducing Taipower’s projected deficit, now awaits Legislative Yuan review.
2024/05/03 17:30
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Price hike essential for stable power supply: MOEA
Taiwan’s economic minister emphasized the necessity of a power price hike to address rising international fuel costs, but the Legislative Yuan voted to halt the hike due to public opposition. The decision raises concerns about Taipower’s financial stability and power supply.
2024/05/01 17:11
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Taiwan’s legislature votes to halt electricity price hike
Discover how Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan voted to halt a planned electricity price hike, a decision driven by public concern over rising living costs and the complexities of energy policy.
2024/04/30 15:49
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Taiwan’s Central Bank updates inflation forecasts for 2024
Taiwan’s Consumer Price Index indicates a continued slowdown in inflation with a slight rise in March. The Central Bank revises its inflation forecasts as electricity and living costs surge. The public’s economic outlook remains cautiously optimistic.
2024/04/26 13:24
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DPP skips KMT-led talks on halting electricity price hike
Discover the ongoing political debate in Taipei as the DPP abstains from KMT-initiated talks on freezing electricity prices amid rising costs due to the Russo-Ukrainian War, highlighting the clash over addressing structural unfairness in charges.
2024/04/24 18:01
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Taipei’s estern district hit by unexpected blackout
A power outage in Taipei’s Eastern District, including the Daan District, affected 722 households and disrupted businesses on the evening of April 18. Taipower is investigating the cause, linked to a tripped circuit breaker, and aims to restore power by early April 19. The incident underscores the critical need for reliable electricity in the city’s vibrant areas.
2024/04/19 18:33