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Labor groups in Taiwan urge new Labor Minister Hung Sun-han to reform workplace policies, tackle bullying, and improve conditions for workers. They support his efforts to create a more humane work environment.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced a new initiative to combat workplace bullying in Taiwan’s public sector. He introduced a whistleblower email and pledged to handle reports personally, aiming to improve managerial practices and address overtime concerns.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced Taiwan’s plan for carbon pricing to boost green growth. A NT$10 billion Green Growth Fund will support net-zero goals.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming emphasizes Taiwan’s need for diversified energy development, highlighting green energy’s global rise and nuclear energy’s limited role.

Taiwan’s Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming highlights challenges in reducing plastic use in markets and retail. Efforts focus on consumer habits and biodegradable alternatives.

Taiwan’s environment minister addresses potential impacts of Trump’s return on climate efforts but reaffirms commitment to net-zero goals. COP29 strategies adapt.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced a projected NT$6 billion annual carbon fee collection. Funds will support carbon reduction, with oversight from the Legislative Yuan.

Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming announced that future air pollution efforts will align with net-zero emission goals. The government will start collecting carbon fees in January 2025.

Discover how Taiwan’s government plans to tackle climate change with a new carbon fee in 2025. Minister Peng Chi-ming highlights the debate between environmental and economic interests ahead of the policy’s finalization.

Discover Taiwan’s new carbon fee policy as Minister Peng Chi-ming announces fines for companies not reporting emissions accurately, aiming for a greener future.

Discover how Taiwan’s Deputy Ministers of Health and Welfare are responding to a recent stabbing on the Taichung Metro by emphasizing mental health services and collaboration with the Ministry of Justice. Learn about their plans to enhance community mental health and ensure a safer environment.

Discover how Peng Chi-ming, Taiwan’s new Minister of the Environment, addresses the pressures of his role and his stance on nuclear energy amid climate change challenges in his first report to the Legislative Yuan.

Explore how Taiwan, under the guidance of Digital Affairs Minister Audrey Tang, is leading the way in creating a trustworthy AI environment. At the ＂AI Expo for National Competitiveness,＂ Tang shares insights on balancing AI innovation with privacy, the role of data as AI’s foundation, and initiatives like the Collective Intelligence Project and the AI evaluation center to foster public engagement and enhance government services through AI. Discover Taiwan’s commitment to digital transparency with the launch of the Public Code Platform.

Southern Taiwan on high alert for thunderstorms, warns new Environment Minister Peng Chi-ming. CWA issues heavy rain advisory for Kaohsiung and Pingtung, with widespread impacts expected across Taiwan, including Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu. Residents advised to prepare for potential flooding, landslides, and strong winds.

Discover the latest personnel appointments by Premier-designate Cho Jung-tai for the Executive Yuan, including key positions in the Ministry of Labor, Health and Welfare, the Hakka Affairs Council, the Council of Indigenous Peoples, and the Ministry of Environment. This announcement follows President-elect Lai Ching-te’s vision for a ＂Healthy Taiwan＂ and showcases a commitment to diversity and expertise in the new cabinet.

Minister of Transportation and Communication (MOTC) minister Wang Kwo-tsai announced Thursday (April 18) that the public will no longer be able to report minor traffic violations that carry a maximum fine of NT$1,200 or less. This comes after the Executive Yuan approved amendments to the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act.

Taiwan’s Minister of Interior, Lin Yu-chang, underscores the importance of the National Land Planning Project during a legislative interview, addressing concerns raised by lawmakers. The project, set to be implemented next year, requires local governments to submit zoning maps to the Ministry of Interior by June. Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan will hold a meeting to discuss a possible timeline extension. Lin also touches on the ＂Pedestrian Traffic Safety Facilities Act,＂ aiming to enhance pedestrian safety and environment. Central government emphasizes the significance of local government compliance with the bill.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses gratitude to ministers from five diplomatic allies for advocating for Taiwan at COP28. Leaders from Paraguay, Palau, Saint Lucia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Tuvalu, and Eswatini voiced support for Taiwan at the World Climate Summit, marking another step forward for Taiwan’s international backing. Haiti’s Minister of Environment acknowledged Taiwan’s dedication to addressing climate change, while the Marshall Islands’ Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade affirmed Taiwan’s deserving of observer status in such forums. Guatemala’s Minister of Environment and Natural Resources showcased Taiwan’s contributions to climate change efforts, and Nauru’s Deputy Minister of Climate Change & National Resilience appreciated Taiwan’s support for the Just Transition fund in the Pacific. Taiwan emphasizes its eagerness to work with allies and urges the global community to support its meaningful participation in the UNFCCC.

Minister of Justice Tsai Ching-hsiang has called for increased efforts from investigators, police, and intelligence agencies to combat bribery and prevent foreign interference in the 2024 elections. During a visit to the Keelung District Prosecutor’s Office, Tsai emphasized the importance of maintaining the fairness and integrity of the electoral process. He encouraged prosecutors to work together to create a judicial environment that inspires trust and visibility. Tsai highlighted the need to ＂block foreign powers from meddling in the election,＂ ＂eliminate the influence of gambling on electoral outcomes,＂ and ＂put an end to the disruption caused by fake news.＂ Active investigations are crucial to ensuring fair and just elections. Tsai also discussed the formalization of the system for assistants to prosecutors and money laundering involving cryptocurrencies with prosecutors.

The Ministry of Health and Welfare in Taiwan has decided to lower the entry standards for the national examination for nursing personnel in order to address staff shortages. The Minister of Health and Welfare, Hsueh Jui-yuan, expressed his uncertainty about the reasons for nurses’ dissatisfaction with the announcement. The goal of this policy change is to enhance the pass rate in the national examinations and boost the nursing workforce. However, the National Taiwan University Hospital Union argues that the real issue lies in the lack of conducive workplace environments to retain nurses, rather than the number of nursing licenses. They believe that both ministries have failed to adequately discuss the policy change and provide comprehensive explanations and support measures. The union urges hospital management to improve the workplace environment to better handle staffing predicaments.

Taiwan’s Minister of Transportation and Communications, Wang Kwo-tsai, has proposed a draft of the traffic safety basic law to enhance pedestrian safety in Taiwan. The aim is to establish a people-centric traffic safety environment, with an emphasis on humanistic ideas and fostering a road safety environment.

Executive Yuan Spokesperson Lin Tzu-lun announced on Friday (July 28) that Minister Chen Chi-chung of the Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, will become the first Minister of Agriculture on Tuesday (Aug. 1).