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Taichung Mayor Lu sets eyes on Singapore in strategic visit
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen announces her first overseas trip to Singapore since re-election, positioning herself as a potential Kuomintang candidate in the 2028 presidential election. Learn how visiting Singapore is a strategic move for Taiwan’s political figures.2024/04/02 10:54 -
Taipei battles urban heat with green solutions
Discover how Taipei City is tackling the urban heat island effect with sustainable solutions like energy-efficient buildings, increased green coverage, and strategic urban planning. This initiative aims to create a cooler, more livable city for its residents.2024/03/06 17:17 -
Experts highlight the need for traffic safety measures
Explore how Taiwan is addressing the increasing traffic violations through a comprehensive approach involving traffic enforcement cameras, enhanced traffic safety education, and strategic urban planning, as highlighted by experts.2024/02/05 17:22 -
Safety vs. aesthetics: Taipei grapples with transformer box
Taiwan addresses safety concerns as it grapples with transformer boxes obstructing narrow sidewalks. New Taipei City’s success inspires Taipei’s plans, balancing safety and aesthetics.2024/01/19 17:57 -
TSMC advances with construction of Kaohsiung factories
Taipei (TVBS News) - Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai has announced that Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is making progress on schedule with the construction of its first factory in Kaohsiung. The second factory has also received the necessary license, and administrative procedures are underway. The city government has ensured that Kaohsiung has ample water and electricity supply, as well as available land. Plans are in place for a reclaimed water plant and the promotion of green electricity. The government is fully committed to assisting in the development of the industrial park, including urban planning, transportation improvements, and collaborations in talent training. Kaohsiung City Government is closely cooperating with TSMC to expedite the realization of the company’s advanced processing facilities.2023/12/27 10:30 -
MOI approves phase two of CTSP expansion, meeting TSMC needs
The urban planning committee of Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior (MOI) has approved phase two of the Central Taiwan Science Park (CTSP) expansion project, which is closely linked to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). This project aims to meet the advanced manufacturing needs of Taiwan’s semiconductor industry. The CTSP administration received support from committee members, and the land is expected to be handed over to factories by mid-2024 for public works construction. The expansion will convert agricultural and institutional land into a specialized area and public facility space spanning 89 hectares. In addition to creating 4,500 jobs to strengthen the semiconductor industry, the project will also align with climate change strategies and targets for a net-zero path by 2050. This includes a timeline for the supply of reclaimed water and renewable energy. The MOI emphasizes that these strategies and targets will respond to international sustainability goals while balancing global competitiveness with local sustainable development.2023/12/26 22:14 -
Taipei lifts height restrictions near Sun Yat-sen Hall
The Taipei Urban Planning Commission has approved the removal of height restrictions on buildings around the National Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, except for the north side due to flight path restrictions. This policy shift, effective from January next year, aims to revitalize the aging infrastructure in the Daan district and address issues such as leaking roofs. The height limit, which had been in place for over 30 years, will be increased from 60 meters to 120 meters under the new regulation. However, buildings on the north side of Zhongxiao East Road must still comply with Songshan Airport’s height restriction of 95.49 meters. The height restrictions also apply to buildings behind the Presidential Office, ranging from 50 to 78 meters, to protect the capital’s skyline.2023/12/15 17:16