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Wistron factory fire: minimal impact on operations
Wistron and Young Optics factories in Hsinchu unaffected by fire incident. Wistron reassures no significant impact on operations and finances, while Young Optics temporarily shut down for assessment. Employees safely evacuated as investigation into fire cause continues.2024/03/26 11:34 -
Premier Chen vows to overhaul foster care after abuse case
Premier Chen Chien-jen vows to address deficiencies in child abuse case response, emphasizing joint efforts to enhance social safety net and scrutinize foster care system.2024/03/14 15:14 -
Taipei Mayor proposes national babysitter platform
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an proposed a centralized coordination mechanism following the tragic incident involving the abuse and death of a 1-year-old boy by his babysitter. Chiang’s "Four Directions" plan includes joint mechanisms between central and local governments, enhanced social safety nets, and a national platform for evaluating babysitters.2024/03/14 13:44 -
KMT Hou Yu-ih advocates for enhanced school safety
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih emphasizes the need for greater school safety and government attention to adolescent crime. Responding to his running mate Jaw Shaw-kong’s comments on a talk show, Hou proposes amendments to the juvenile incident handling law, taking inspiration from Japanese laws. He vows to prevent gang incursion into schools and increase criminal responsibility for those involved in crimes. Hou also advocates for supporting teachers and implementing guidance mechanisms. His zero-tolerance policy towards school safety issues reflects his commitment to preventing similar events in the future.2024/01/03 18:34 -
Taiwan bolsters school safety after New Taipei tragedy
The Minister of Education, Pan Wen-chung, has announced measures to ensure school safety following a brutal throat-slitting incident at a New Taipei City school. Premier Chen Chien-jen has directed the education ministry to provide psychological aid for students and staff, as well as enhance personnel and funding. Representatives from the Judicial Yuan, six municipalities, civil organizations, teachers, and parents will collaborate to prevent future tragedies. The government plans to reevaluate counseling and assessment mechanisms in intermediary education. Additionally, the potential addition of security staff in schools is being discussed. The assailant student has been detained, and the investigation will proceed according to the Juvenile Justice Act.2023/12/28 18:10