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Taiwan election body to review Li Chen Hsiu’s eligibility
Wu Rong-hui announced that the Central Election Commission will review Li Chen Hsiu’s eligibility due to alleged dual residency. The process involves the Mainland Affairs Council and the Ministry of the Interior.
2026/03/06 11:00
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Minister on hot seat over massive housing policy failure
The Ministry of the Interior addresses challenges in building 130,000 social housing units, revising the target to 40,000 due to land shortages. Minister Liu Shyh-fang plans to expand capacity and collaborate with local governments to meet housing demands in Taipei and other cities.
2026/01/19 20:00
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New travel limits for Taiwan officials start Jan. 1
Taiwan limits public servants’ China travel. New rules effective January 1, 2026. Senior officials need travel approval in advance. Travel details must be registered for security.
2025/12/31 12:19
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Police to deploy 8,069 officers for holiday safety
Taiwan boosts security for New Year’s events after recent attacks. Over 8,000 police and 2,700 civilians will ensure safety. Transport hubs enhance surveillance.
2025/12/26 15:34
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KMT legislator questions RedNote ban’s proportionality
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior blocks RedNote for a year over fraud concerns and lack of response. Legislator questions if this is censorship. Data security is a key issue.
2025/12/08 14:00
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Taiwan blocks RedNote despite Facebook leading scams
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior will block the Chinese app RedNote for a year due to fraud cases. Facebook leads in scam reports, with 52,128 incidents.
2025/12/05 12:00
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Taiwan activist sues over surgery rule for gender change
Taiwan LGBTQ activist Chi Chia-wei sues Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang over unconstitutional gender change rules. Chi argues the surgery requirement violates rights.
2025/12/01 17:00
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Taiwan to dismiss 5 village chiefs over dual nationality
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior enforces nationality laws, resulting in the dismissal of five village chiefs for failing to renounce their PRC citizenship. Minister Liu Shyh-fang emphasizes the need for compliance with the Nationality Act, as legislative changes and investigations continue.
2025/11/24 18:39
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Taiwan’s crisis preparedness guide distribution costs NT$64M
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan discusses the distribution of the "Taiwan National Public Safety Guide," aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness. The guide reaches 9.8 million households, with completion expected by Jan. 5.
2025/11/24 15:00
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Taipei hits snag in NVIDIA headquarters negotiations
Taipei’s efforts to host NVIDIA’s overseas HQ face delays due to unresolved talks with Shin Kong Life Insurance. Deputy Mayor Lee outlines plans to resolve issues.
2025/10/21 07:00
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Taiwan surpasses 220,000 social housing units milestone
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior reports over 220,000 social housing units achieved. The Million Rental Housing Support Plan progresses with NT$42.8 billion allocated.
2025/10/14 19:00
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Taiwan official faces backlash over flood evacuation remarks
Minister Liu Shyh-fang prioritizes public safety after Mataian Creek landslide dam overflow. The Ministry of the Interior clarifies comments amid criticism.
2025/09/26 14:00
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Taiwan marks 114th disaster prevention day with drill
Taiwan launched its 114th National Disaster Prevention Day at Taipei Main Station, simulating a major earthquake response. Officials emphasized preparedness and resilience.
2025/09/02 20:00
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Typhoon Podul leaves 1 missing, 33 injured in Taiwan
Typhoon Podul hit Taitung, Taiwan, causing one missing person and 33 injuries. Over 7,000 evacuated, and power outages affected 134,517 homes. President Lai praised recovery efforts.
2025/08/13 18:09
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Greg Hsu completes substitute service in Nantou
Greg Hsu completed his substitute service. He performed songs during a public welfare event. Hsu kept a low profile, attending few public events. His schedule now includes film promotions and projects.
2025/08/06 16:09
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Taiwan party dissolves after leader convicted of spying
The Rehabilitation Alliance Party in Taiwan disbands due to operational issues, avoiding a forced dissolution. Its chairman faces prison for violating the National Security Act.
2025/07/19 07:00
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Ministry defends typhoon response after ex-official’s remark
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior reports progress in disaster prevention as Typhoon Danas hits Chiayi. Former Minister Lee criticizes response efforts.
2025/07/16 12:00
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New law shields young victims from repeated testimonies
MOI approved a digital forensic database act. It aims to protect young victims in investigations. Police will use hash values, not store images. The act aligns with the Convention on the Rights of the Child.
2025/07/04 11:00
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Taiwan mandates safety inspections for air-raid shelters
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior mandates air-raid shelters in public safety checks from July 1, amid rising cross-strait tensions. Shelters must be accessible and well-maintained.
2025/06/26 10:00
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Taiwan improves typhoon alerts for remote tribal areas
he Council of Indigenous Peoples and the Ministry of the Interior held a press conference to boost disaster prevention in indigenous communities. They aim to improve response capabilities and enhance safety as extreme weather events increase.
2025/06/16 21:00
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Taiwan threatens 7-year sentences for draft dodging
The Ministry of the Interior in Taiwan warns against draft dodging, highlighting severe penalties for forging documents to evade military service. Offenders face up to seven years in prison.
2025/05/17 09:00
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Taiwan hits record low birth rate in April amid crisis
Taiwan’s population fell for the 16th month in April, with births at a record low and a net migration loss. Taoyuan City saw growth, while Lienchiang County declined.
2025/05/10 07:00
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Taiwan extends service obligations for civilian reservists
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior revised regulations for substitute service reservists, increasing training days and numbers during emergencies. This aims to enhance defense resilience amid Taiwan-China tensions.
2025/04/29 08:00
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Taiwan cracks down on cross-strait organization violations
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior found 86% of social groups handling cross-strait exchanges non-compliant, leading to the dissolution of six groups.
2025/04/09 22:00
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Interior minister stresses adherence to cross-strait laws
Minister Liu Shyh-fang stresses the unchanged status of Taiwan’s cross-strait relations law, urging compliance. Former President Ma Ying-jeou calls for open youth exchanges.
2025/03/11 16:00