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Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che vows to hold construction firms accountable for a sinkhole incident in the West Central District, ensuring city residents’ safety. The collapse, caused by a construction site road failure, led to a truck sinking into a 15x5x3-meter sinkhole and a crane arm falling, damaging traffic signs and buildings. The city government swiftly filled the hole with grout, resumed traffic, and imposed a fine on the negligent construction company. Huang Long Construction faces scrutiny for premature construction steps, prompting safety checks and an improvement plan before work can resume.

The controversy surrounding the death of Chinese fishermen in a Taiwan Coast Guard Administration operation intensifies as family representatives demand truth and accountability. Negotiations hinge on Taiwan’s sincerity, with demands for an apology, accountability, and compensation remaining non-negotiable. Accusations of Taiwan’s inconsistent narrative and lack of consensus on basic facts hinder effective negotiations.

Premier Chen Chien-jen stresses Executive Yuan’s accountability in responding to Legislative Yuan inquiries, emphasizing adherence to constitutional provisions. Chen highlights the importance of rational questioning for a democratic society and pledges cooperation between the two branches for transparent governance.

Vice President Lai Ching-te’s failed digital ID card policy during his tenure as Premier resulted in a NT$280 million payout to suppliers, to be absorbed by taxpayers. Despite efforts to replace traditional ID cards with digital ones in 2021, security concerns halted implementation, leading to supplier compensation demands exceeding NT$1 billion. After six rounds of mediation, an agreement was reached to limit the payout. The incident has raised questions about accountability as Lai transitions to the presidency.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an vows accountability and punishment following a major fire in Shenkeng District of New Taipei City. Chiang emphasizes the need for a comprehensive review involving multiple government agencies. Stay updated on the unfolding investigation and potential repercussions.

In the lead-up to Taiwan’s Jan. 13 elections, candidates from both the Taiwan People’s Party and Democratic Progressive Party showcase a unique blend of political seriousness and lighthearted fun, from supporters in dinosaur costumes to birthday celebrations on the campaign trail.

The Legislative Yuan’s Transportation Committee discussed the 2024 budget and addressed the poor cleanliness of Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) restrooms. Despite efforts to improve, the TRA’s restrooms were ranked poorly by the Ministry of Environment. TRA Director-General Tu Wei acknowledged the issue and mentioned that local government oversight had led to improvements in most of the restrooms. However, some facilities still require further enhancements. Legislator Lin Chun-hsien criticized the TRA for ineffective use of funds, particularly in outsourcing cleaning services. Lin proposed freezing a portion of the TRA’s budget until they present a written report on restroom improvement plans. The committee resolved to freeze 10% of the TRA’s budget to ensure accountability and push for better facility maintenance and service quality.

Discover public sentiment in a recent poll regarding potential political collaborations in Taiwan’s upcoming elections. Ko Wen-je’s accountability, Lai Ching-te’s partnership with Hsiao Bi-khim, and voter preferences take center stage.

Evacuated Dazhi apartment residents return for belongings amid time constraints. Taipei Mayor vows accountability. Compensation plans are monitored closely.

Discover how an F-16V training exercise went awry due to pilot error. Ministry of National Defense acknowledges the mishap and discusses its implications for future training. Accountability and investigation details here.