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Taiwan dollar rise creates winners, losers across industries
The New Taiwan dollar’s surge boosts foreign confidence but challenges exporters. Logistics shift routes, and insurance faces losses. Experts weigh benefits and risks.
2025/06/02 17:47
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Taiwan to expand cancer drug coverage in June
Taiwan will expand cancer drug coverage in June, benefiting over 4,000 patients annually. The initiative, investing NT$4.5 billion, aims to cut cancer mortality by one-third by 2030.
2025/05/31 09:00
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Pilots top Taiwan salary survey with NT$323K monthly
The Ministry of Labor’s survey reveals pilots earn the highest monthly salary in Taiwan at NT$323,000. Actuaries and doctors follow. Learn more about salary trends across industries.
2025/05/29 22:00
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Taiwan official advocates for WHO inclusion in US media
U.S. media published an op-ed by Taiwan’s health minister on Taiwan’s exclusion from the WHO. He praised Taiwan’s health care system and urged WHO inclusion.
2025/05/16 23:00
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Taiwan-Vatican ties remain strong, says ex-vice president
Former Vice President Chen Chien-jen clarifies he won’t attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration. He focuses on the WHA event and Taiwan-Vatican relations.
2025/05/13 17:00
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Taiwan health minister cautions against assisted dying
Health Minister Chiu Tai-yuan addresses euthanasia debates, urging enhanced palliative care in Taiwan. DPP legislators discuss an "Euthanasia Act" at a forum.
2025/05/08 16:00
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Taiwan allocates NT$20 billion to stabilize drug supply
Taiwan’s NHI allocates NT$20 billion to stabilize drug supply amid U.S. tariff concerns. Director-General Shih emphasizes the importance of this fund to ensure public access to medication.
2025/04/25 18:20
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Taiwan monitors medicine supply amid U.S. trade concerns
Taiwan’s health minister warns the U.S. tariff war may affect pharmaceutical supplies. The MOHW has a drug shortage platform to ensure stable access to medications.
2025/04/16 14:00
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Taiwan’s top hospital denies plans to raise patient fees
NTUH faces scrutiny over potential fee hikes amid a new budget system. Health Minister Chiu denies plans, emphasizing autonomy’s role in hospital development.
2025/04/14 18:00
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Taiwan unveils NT$88 billion export support initiative
Taiwan’s Executive Yuan will review an NT$88 billion project to boost the export-oriented supply chain. The plan includes investments in trade financing, export insurance, and employment.
2025/04/10 11:50
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Taiwan pension fund loses NT$1.2 billion in market turmoil
Taiwan’s Bureau of Labor Funds reported a NT$1.2 billion loss in February due to global market volatility. Despite short-term challenges, the fund maintains strong long-term yields.
2025/04/01 19:00
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Taiwan expels Chinese influencers over unification posts
Taiwan’s interior minister confirms Chinese influencers must leave, losing health insurance and work rights. The decision, based on legal grounds, follows their pro-unification posts.
2025/03/24 20:00
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每天摸150次!「1居家小物」比馬桶髒 100%驗到糞便細菌
一項英國最新研究顯示,家中的電視遙控器可能比馬桶座還髒,甚至帶有大量糞便細菌,潛在威脅家居衛生。這項研究由英國邱吉爾家庭保險公司(Churchill Home Insurance)與衛浴公司 Plumbworld 共同委託進行,分析了多種家庭常見物品的細菌含量,結果顯示,電視遙控器是家中最容易被忽略但卻最髒的物品之一。
2025/03/17 15:30
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Labor minister warns of labor fund impact from new law
Labor Minister Hung Sun-han discusses concerns over labor insurance fund impacts due to government revenue allocation changes. He assures fund stability and urges rational political discussions to address potential financial challenges.
2025/03/17 15:00
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Taiwan approves NT$4.2B plan to ease emergency room crisis
Taiwan’s NHI approved plans to ease ER congestion, allocating over NT$4.2 billion annually. Measures include higher pay for emergency nurses and improved hospital resources.
2025/03/13 14:48
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Health ministry tackles emergency department congestion
The Ministry of Health and Welfare in Taiwan reports a decrease in patients waiting for hospitalization. Efforts include improved bed allocation and long-term reforms to address hospital overcrowding.
2025/03/06 14:05
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Taiwan tackles ER overcrowding with joint efforts
Taiwan’s Xavier Chang calls for collaboration to tackle ER overcrowding, citing factors like flu season and nurse shortages. MOHW plans to boost nursing staff.
2025/03/05 07:00
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Taipei emergency room congestion drops with new initiatives
Taipei’s Department of Health reports easing emergency room congestion, with fewer hospitals at full capacity. Key measures include patient transfers and ambulance fee subsidies.
2025/03/03 13:00
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Health minister urges more beds for emergency admissions
Taiwan’s emergency departments face severe congestion, with Health Minister Chiu Tai-yuan urging hospitals to allocate more beds for emergency admissions. The Taiwan Society of Emergency Medicine warns of potential mass resignations due to bed shortages. Key hospitals report high numbers of patients waiting for admission.
2025/02/24 11:00
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President Lai calls for urgent health insurance reform
President Lai Ching-te calls for urgent reform of Taiwan’s national health insurance, highlighting its role in public health and addressing manpower shortages.
2025/02/21 13:00
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Taiwan’s average earnings surpasses NT$60,000 milestone
Taiwan’s average monthly earnings surpassed NT$60,000 for the first time, reaching NT$60,984, with a 4.39% annual increase. Financial and insurance sectors led with NT$107,348.
2025/02/18 11:24
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MOL: Over half of retirees receive under NT$20K monthly
The Bureau of Labor Insurance reports 1.87 million retirees received old-age pensions in 2024, with 53.7% getting less than NT$20,000 monthly. Men earn more than women.
2025/02/18 10:00
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Wednesday briefing: What you need to know about Taiwan today
Taiwan faces a series of challenges including aftershocks from a recent earthquake, low participation in the World Masters Games, and concerns over a Chinese rocket launch.
2025/01/22 19:45
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Over 3.96M to receive annuity insurance in Taiwan before LNY
Taiwan’s Bureau of Labor Insurance advances annuity payments for 3.96 million people ahead of Lunar New Year. Recipients to receive funds by Friday.
2025/01/20 14:37
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Legislator slams Kuomintang over sports funding cuts
A Democratic Progressive Party legislator criticizes the Kuomintang for cutting NT$10 million from school sports funding. She demands an explanation, citing impacts on grassroots schools and student athletes.
2025/01/20 10:19