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Amb. emphasizes Guatemala’s strong friendship with Taiwan
The ambassador of Guatemala to the United States, Alfonso Quiñonez, reaffirmed his country’s strong alliance with Taiwan on Thursday (March 23), as President Tsai Ing-wen prepares for her upcoming visit to Central America.
2023/03/26 22:37
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Hsinchu wildfire posed threat to surrounding areas
A mountain fire that ignited on Thursday morning (March 23) on the Dalu Forest Road, a route leading to the Guanwu National Forest Recreation Area, continued to burn as of Friday (March 24) morning.
2023/03/26 22:31
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DUI pilot crashed container ship into Kaohsiung Harbor pier
A Cyprus-flagged container ship, the Hyundai Tokyo, crashed into Pier 77 at Kaohsiung Harbor at a high speed and a 90-degree angle on Monday (March 20).
2023/03/22 18:42
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Dunmu Goodwill Fleet sets sail again after Keelung stopover
Taiwan Navy’s Dunmu Goodwill Fleet plans to resume its voyage after nearly three years of hiatus and attracting nearly 100K people to Keelung Port as of Sunday (March 19).
2023/03/20 21:00
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Honduras may leave exchange students in Taiwan in limbo
Honduras’ ambassador to Taiwan, Harold Burgos, visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Wednesday (March 15) following his country’s president’s unexpected announcement of seeking potential ties with China.
2023/03/17 18:22
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Former U.S. NSC official delves into origins of pandemic
Following the U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee hearing on March 8, former U.S. National Security Council (NSC) official Jamie Metzl sat down with TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu to talk about the possible origins of the COVID-19 pandemic, and how understanding its origins could determine global health and safety in the future.
2023/03/16 19:50
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Taoyuan Airport to collect layover fees from int’l travelers
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport will begin collecting layover fees from international travelers starting March 31, according to an announcement by the Ministry of Transportation and Communications on Tuesday (March 14).
2023/03/15 20:00
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Concerns arise as unidentified aircraft enters Taiwan’s ADIZ
An unidentified aircraft in Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zone (ADIZ) received five warnings from an air traffic controller on Tuesday (March 14), in a concerning incident that has raised questions about flight safety.
2023/03/15 19:23
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Yu Chang’s former high school draws attention after MVP win
Taiwanese baseball player Yu Chang was crowned Most Valuable Player of Pool A at the 2023 World Baseball Classic (WBC) on Sunday (March 12), igniting support from fans across Taiwan.
2023/03/15 15:27
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Missing soldier could face desertion charges: Taiwan’s MND
Taiwan’s military has confirmed that the soldier surnamed Chen from Kinmen Defense Command (KDC), who left his post on March 9, is now in China.
2023/03/13 18:05
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Foreign Ministry welcomes joint statement by UK and France
Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) welcomed on Monday (March 13) a joint declaration made three days earlier by the leaders of France and the United Kingdom on the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.
2023/03/13 17:13
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Chinese Taipei baseball team bounces back after Panama loss
The Chinese Taipei baseball team is not letting their 12-5 loss to Panama hold them down as they continue training on Thursday (March 9) for their upcoming match against Italy on Friday (March 10).
2023/03/10 19:02
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Taiwan gangsters throw extravagant spring celebration
The "Bamboo Union," a notorious Taiwanese gang, marked the arrival of spring with opulent fanfare at the Marriott Hotel Taipei on Monday (March 6).
2023/03/10 19:01
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Kaohsiung mayor promotes Taiwan produce in fluent Japanese
The mayor of Kaohsiung City, Chen Chi-mai, made an appearance at the opening of the highly anticipated FOODEX JAPAN 2023 event on Tuesday (March 7) to champion Taiwanese produce.
2023/03/10 18:58
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Hsinchu Science Park implements water usage cuts
Factories operating within the Hsinchu Science Park have commenced a reduction in water consumption in March as a result of scarce rainfall, according to reports.
2023/03/08 20:00
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Taiwan Coast Guard’s beach training wins online praise
Residents of Taoyuan witnessed Taiwan coast guards engaging in physical training on a beach near Zhuwei Fishing Harbor on Monday (March 6).
2023/03/08 18:39
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Taiwan military planes transport meat to troops in Matsu
In a move to address recent reports of food shortages among troops stationed in Matsu, Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense (MND) dispatched two C-130 military aircraft loaded with meat supplies on Monday (March 6).
2023/03/08 17:56
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China FM urges U.S. to restrain Taiwan independence
In his first news conference since taking office, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang lashed out Tuesday (March 7) at the United States over deteriorating bilateral relations and Washington’s support for Taiwan.
2023/03/07 19:45
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Taiwan Int’l Orchid Show attracts thousands of visitors
The Taiwan International Orchid Show kicked off on Saturday (March 4), showcasing over 50,000 exquisite orchid plants.
2023/03/07 18:21
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Taiwan relaxes on-campus mask mandate after over 800 days
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Starting today (March 6), students in Taiwan’s schools and educational institutions have the option not to wear masks indoors as the indoor mask mandate is lifted.
2023/03/07 10:43
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Taiwan firefighters win praise for rescuing child
A family thanked Taiwanese firefighters on Thursday (March 2) for saving their 6-year-old daughter from getting caught on an escalator in a shopping mall in southern Taiwan two months ago.
2023/03/07 10:36
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Chiang Wan-an faces lawsuit over Chiang Kai‐shek’s remains
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — A pro-Taiwan group filed a lawsuit against Taipei City Mayor Chiang Wan-an on Wednesday (March 1), urging him to bury the coffin of his great grandfather, former President Chiang Kai-shek.
2023/03/06 18:51
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Chinese Taipei prepares for 2023 World Baseball Classic
The Chinese Taipei team is preparing for the 2023 World Baseball Classic, slated for March 7 to 21.
2023/02/16 10:22
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Analyst: Taiwan’s consumer price index expected to grow
Since March, Taiwan’s consumer price index (CPI) exceeded 3% for five consecutive months, and in December, it was recorded to be at 2.71%.
2023/01/17 10:53
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Palau visitors with Taiwanese passports can receive US$100
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Tourists holding Taiwanese passports can receive up to US$100 when visiting Palau from Jan. 4 to March 31.
2023/01/04 18:32