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Ko Wen-je wants 13-year compulsory education policy
Presidential candidate Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party has proposed a comprehensive 13-year education policy that includes expanding compulsory education to children as young as 5 and increasing the kindergarten budget by NT$15 billion annually.
2023/09/28 19:34
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Professor Nye stresses importance of Taiwan’s soft power
Harvard’s Joseph Nye emphasizes Taiwan’s soft power significance and doubts China’s capability. Insights into Taiwan-US-China relations and strategies.
2023/09/27 20:25
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Hou Yu-ih discusses Taiwan’s defense in Washington
Kuomintang’s Hou Yu-ih addresses Taiwan-U.S. relations and self-defense policies at the Brookings Institution meeting in Washington. U.S. experts back his stance. Get insights on cross-strait relations and more.
2023/09/19 17:09
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Lai Ching-te unveils youth-centric national policy blueprint
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te unveiled detailed proposals for his national policy blueprint, the "National Project of Hope," on Tuesday (Sept. 12), aiming to increase investment for future generations aged from 0 to 22.
2023/09/12 16:49
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Taiwan MND lowers 2024 voluntary service quota by 5,187
The Ministry of National Defense in Taiwan has announced a decrease in the planned 2024 voluntary service "personnel quota" by 5,187 from the previous year.
2023/09/11 14:02
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Hou vows to tackle low wages, bridge the wealth gap
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih unveiled his policy agenda aimed at enhancing working conditions and salary levels on Friday, September 8.
2023/09/08 21:37
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Lai Ching-te shares ’National Project of Hope’ policy agenda
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te announced his national policy blueprint, the "National Project of Hope," on Wednesday (Sept. 6), and pledged to enhance existing policies of the Tsai government if he is elected.
2023/09/06 17:08
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MND: 700 conscripts set for stationing on offshore islands
The Ministry of National Defense (MND) recently revealed that around 700 conscripts will be dispatched to Taiwan’s offshore islands next year.
2023/09/04 22:18
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Lai Ching-te to unveil ’National Project of Hope’
Lai Ching-te, the Democratic Progressive Party’s presidential candidate, is preparing to unveil his ’National Hope Project’ during a press conference on Wednesday (Sept. 6).
2023/09/04 14:19
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THSR non-reserved seats extend beyond cars 10-12
Taiwan High-Speed Rail (THSR) introduces a new policy, extending non-reserved seating availability beyond cars 10-12, effective Sept. 1. Passengers can now access non-reserved seats more conveniently, optimizing space utilization and reducing congestion during peak hours.
2023/08/31 17:03
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KMT pres. candidate unveils five-pronged healthcare policy
Kuomintang presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih has unveiled his "Five Arrows" healthcare policy, which includes increasing healthcare spending to 8% of GDP, improving care for children and mothers, launching a national mental health plan, advancing prevention for high-risk cancers, and ensuring transparency in vaccine and pharmaceutical purchases.
2023/08/31 16:13
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MODA faces criticism as one-year mark approaches
On Thursday (Aug. 24), Taipei City councilor Li Yan-xiu criticized the Ministry of Digital Affairs (MODA) of the Executive Yuan for lacking policy direction and effectiveness as it is approaches its one-year anniversary on Aug. 27.
2023/08/24 14:01
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Bilingual 2030 initiative hindered by shortage of teachers
Taiwan grapples with a shortage of bilingual teachers as schools aim to achieve bilingualism by 2030. While Taipei progresses, Tainan faces challenges in hiring educators. The debate continues amid concerns about curriculum neglect.
2023/08/17 10:52
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Hou Yu-ih stands firm on nuclear policy amid scrutiny
KMT presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih faces scrutiny over nuclear policy during Taichung visit. His unwavering stance, energy objectives, and power supply concerns are discussed.
2023/08/10 21:45
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Hou Yu-ih unveils 2050 Net-Zero Energy Plan for Taiwan
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential hopeful Hou Yu-ih unveiled his energy policy on Wednesday (Aug. 9), outlining four goals aimed at achieving net-zero emissions by 2050: environmental sustainability, national security, public health, and a sustainable transition.
2023/08/09 16:28
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Digital transaction boom in Taiwan coincides with scams rise
As digital transactions simplify everyday life for many in Taiwan, they have also become a convenient tool for scammers targeting unsuspecting victims. Statistics provided by the National Policy Agency (NPA) under the Ministry of the Interior (MOI) reveal that Taiwan has witnessed over 20,000 annual scam cases since 2017.
2023/07/11 16:59
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Taiwan’s bilingual policy under scrutiny
Taiwan has set an ambitious goal to become a bilingual nation by 2030. However, experts and local groups are questioning its feasibility and raising concerns about potential drawbacks.
2023/06/08 18:37
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New Taipei Mayor vows to fulfill promises on nuclear power
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih urged the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) on Wednesday to prioritize the handling of nuclear power, emphasizing his commitment to a clear energy policy if elected.
2023/06/07 17:28
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Vice President Lai stresses importance of net-zero target
Taiwan Vice President Lai Ching-te emphasized the significance of Taiwan’s net-zero emissions goal on Tuesday (May 23) at the 2023 Fubon Sustainability Forum, a collaborative event by Fubon Financial Holding Co. and the Risk Society and Policy Research Center.
2023/05/23 16:03
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Expert shares insights on Taiwan’s role in global trade
TAIPEI (TVBS News) — In a recent interview with Commentator Wenchi Yu in TVBS Meeting Room, Wendy Cutler, vice president of Asia Society Policy Institute and former acting deputy of the U.S. Trade Representative, shared her insights on globalization and the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade.
2023/04/27 17:32
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VP Lai Ching-te faces scrutiny over future policies
Vice President Lai Ching-te, the Democratic Progressive Party’s 2024 Presidential Election hopeful, presented his policy platform to supporters during a Presbyterian Church event on Tuesday (April 18).
2023/04/19 17:29
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DPP’s supporters voice displeasure at Legislator Kao Chia-yu
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Legislator Kao Chia-yu encountered vocal dissent from within her own party on Thursday (Jan. 12) during a policy presentation.
2023/01/13 18:49
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Taiwan requires PCR tests for visitors from China, HK, Macau
Mainland China’s COVID-19 prevention policy has taken an unexpected turn, going from a zero-tolerance policy to a complete mass opening.
2023/01/05 20:01
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Wenchi Yu ponders U.S. role in future cross-strait ties
Taiwan and China have a complex relationship recently brought into the spotlight due to Taipei’s ardent push for democratic values and Beijing’s firm belief in autocratic control. The United States is also involved in this dynamic, according to TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu, who asked two foreign policy experts what’s next for cross-strait relations in the latest episode of TVBS Meeting Room.
2022/12/21 18:44
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Enoch Wu responds to inquiries on extending military service
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) candidate for the Taipei legislative by-election, Enoch Wu (吳怡農), responded to people’s concerns about his proposed policy on extending the military service on Wednesday (Dec. 14).
2022/12/16 11:24