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Over 1,300 police secure Taipei’s New Year’s Eve
Taipei City will deploy over 1,300 police officers for the 2026 New Year’s Eve event, doubling security forces. Enhanced measures include metal detectors and mobile teams.2025/12/30 14:18 -

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 -

Taiwan launches nationwide security push before holiday
Taiwan boosts security for New Year’s Eve with drills and tech. Kaohsiung, Taichung, and Taipei enhance measures, deploying police, drones, and cameras.2025/12/24 14:20 -

Taipei plans MRT drill to boost New Year’s Eve security
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced a high-intensity drill at MRT City Hall Station on Dec. 26 to boost security for New Year’s Eve. The drill will simulate an attack evacuation, involving multiple agencies. The city aims to enhance public safety and support victims of recent attacks.2025/12/23 17:23 -

Taiwan considers AI screening at transit hubs after attack
A random attack in Taipei left three dead and six injured, prompting officials to consider AI safety checks in public transport. Enhanced security measures are underway.2025/12/22 18:18 -

Taipei fines firms NT$150,000 each for fatal accident
Taipei fined a contractor and subcontractor NT$150,000 each after a fatal accident on Dec. 25, 2024. Mayor Chiang Wan-an vows accountability.2025/01/07 10:16 -

Worker dies in fall at Taipei City Hall stage setup
A worker died after falling from scaffolding while setting up a New Year’s Eve stage at Taipei City Hall. Authorities are investigating potential safety violations.2024/12/26 09:53 -

Jay Chou, A-Mei concerts possible after Taipei Dome approval
Discover the latest on Taipei Dome’s fire safety verification, a key step for hosting concerts by stars like Jay Chou and A-Mei. Learn about the potential events and what’s next for the venue.2024/08/20 13:59 -

Police urges New Year’s Eve safety with anti-trampling teams
The Xinyi Precinct of the Taipei City Police Department has established an anti-trampling team in high-density areas around the Taipei 101 fireworks display to ensure safety during New Year’s Eve celebrations. Drone interceptors will be used to force unauthorized drones to land. Mobile police stations will be set up at five major venues, providing services such as traffic control and lost and found handling. Anti-trampling teams will be organized in key areas, and LED signs, megaphones, whistles, and strong lighting equipment will be used for emergency evacuations. Prompt intervention and contact with on-site paramedics will occur in cases of overcrowding or falling incidents.2023/12/30 16:50 -

Missing signage and safety concerns raised at Taipei Dome
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has called on the Farglory Group to address the lack of signage and safety concerns at the Taipei Dome stadium. The Dome is set to undergo a full-capacity test within a year. Democratic Progressive Party City Councilor Chen Yi-chun raised concerns about missing signage and the narrow underground parking lot, which lacks reflective warning signs. In response, Chiang stated that the city government would request immediate improvements from Farglory. Taipei City Councilors Lin Liang-jyun and Chien Shu-pei also questioned the venue’s ability to handle crowd dispersal and overall safety. Lin cited the recent crowd dispersal speed in Kaohsiung after a Coldplay concert and asked how long it would take to evacuate the expected 13,000 attendees at the Taipei Dome test event. Taipei MRT officials assured the council that they have experience with crowd dispersal during New Year’s Eve events and estimated that it could take approximately half an hour for visitors to evacuate.2023/11/13 18:57

