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President Lai signs amendments, seeks constitutional review
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political landscape as President Lai Ching-te signs amendments to the Act Governing the Legislative Yuan’s Power, sparking debate and awaiting a constitutional interpretation.
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Social media buzzes over couple’s metro seating solution
Discover the story of an elderly couple who brought wooden chairs to ride the Taipei Metro, sparking a lively debate among 60,000 social media users. Learn about the regulations and the metro’s response.
6小時前
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Taiwan debates electric vs. gasoline-powered scooters
Explore the debate on electric vs. fuel scooters in Taiwan, focusing on costs, sustainability, and the challenges of charging infrastructure.
2024/06/21 16:27
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Taiwan’s opposition calls on DPP to uphold democratic reform
Explore the latest on Taiwan’s political scene: KMT Chairman Eric Chu urges the DPP to embrace democratic reform and heed public sentiment after review of legislative reform bills face rejection. Learn more about the ongoing debate and calls for change.
2024/06/21 16:25
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Taipei sees large turnout for, against legislative changes
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s legislative reform debate as the Legislative Yuan prepares for a crucial vote. Civic groups and political movements rally in Taipei, highlighting the nation’s divide on democracy and reform.
2024/06/21 10:54
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MOHW minister backs priority seating on public transit
Discover how Taiwan’s Health Minister supports the retention and improvement of priority seating on public transport amid recent debates, aiming for more inclusive policies.
2024/06/20 15:34
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Incidents reignite debate over MRT’s priority seating policy
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s priority seating policy in public transportation: A proposal to expand the scope under the People with Disabilities Rights Protection Act is back to square one. Learn about the ongoing debate, recent incidents, and what’s next.
2024/06/19 10:52
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Cross-strait terminology confusion highlighted by Ko Wen-je
Explore the nuanced debate on Taiwan-China relations as TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je weighs in on the subtleties lost in translation and the importance of practical handling over rhetoric. This analysis delves into the recent statements by President Lai and the contrasting views within Taiwan’s political landscape.
2024/06/14 15:35
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Labor minister defends Barthel Index in elderly care
Explore the debate on Taiwan’s use of the Barthel Index for elderly care. Minister Ho defends its objectivity, amid proposals to ease conditions for those over 80 seeking migrant caregivers. Ho P’ei-shan: Pa-shih objective, shouldn’t politicize Over 80 using Pa-shih to apply foreign care to 30% Legislators amend employment law, over 80 exempt Pa-shih Ho urges rational discussion, don’t exclude severely disabled
2024/06/13 10:46
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China calls man’s Taiwan Strait crossing ’purely personal’
Discover the story of a Chinese man’s daring journey across the Taiwan Strait in a speedboat, sparking a debate on national security and political tensions between Taiwan and China.
2024/06/12 15:10
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President Lai Ching-te approves review of reform bills
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s legislative reform: President Lai Ching-te approves a reconsideration proposal for the parliamentary reform bill, highlighting the ongoing debate and challenges in the legislative process.
2024/06/11 14:20
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Man drives speedboat to Taiwan wharf, sparks security debate
Explore the recent incident where a man drove a speedboat to Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf, sparking discussions on China’s possible "grey zone" tactics and Taiwan’s defense responses.
2024/06/11 14:02
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Ko criticizes "fanciful" round-the-island railway proposal
Explore the debate over Taiwan’s NT$2 trillion transportation proposal, including a round-the-island high-speed railway. Ko Wen-je urges financial prudence, emphasizing the need for a thorough review before proceeding with such ambitious projects.
2024/06/07 15:43
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Jensen Huang’s Taiwan visit sparks China’s speculation
Discover how NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang’s recent statement on Taiwan’s global significance during his visit stirs debate amid U.S.-China tech tensions and export restrictions.
2024/06/03 17:55
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NCC chairman addresses mobile tracking privacy concerns
Explore the balance between technology use and privacy rights in Taiwan as NCC Chairman Chen Yaw-shyang addresses concerns over mobile tracking and data analysis at a Legislative Yuan meeting.
2024/06/03 15:19
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DPP’s Rosalia Wu challenges Taiwan’s legislative dress code
Explore how DPP Legislator Rosalia Wu challenges Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan dress code, advocating for practicality over formality and sparking a broader debate on attire norms in politics.
2024/05/31 14:04
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Telecom giant emphasizes privacy amid data use debate
Discover how Chunghwa Telecom addresses privacy concerns amid allegations of mobile data misuse for demographic analysis. The company emphasizes its strict adherence to privacy laws and the anonymization of data in its big data services.
2024/05/30 17:56
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Taiwan opposition proposes special corruption probe unit
Explore the heated debate in Taiwan as the KMT proposes a special investigation unit to probe corruption, facing opposition from the DPP and TPP. This story delves into the complexities of political oversight, the potential abolition of the Control Yuan, and the broader implications for Taiwan’s constitutional reform.
2024/05/30 16:00
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DPP criticizes KMT’s stance on presidential report delivery
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political scene: Tensions escalate between the DPP and KMT over President Lai’s national policy report at the Legislative Yuan. Read about the legislative amendments and the upcoming session.
2024/05/30 11:01
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DPP legislator flags loopholes in newly passed reform bills
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s legislative reforms: The Legislative Yuan passed key bills amid criticism for potential loopholes and fines. Learn more about the debate and calls for transparency.
2024/05/29 10:00
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Taiwan group slams officials for downplaying 228 Incident
Discover the latest controversy surrounding the 228 Incident in Taiwan, where former officials are accused of downplaying the Kuomintang’s role in the massacre, sparking debate over death toll estimates and historical accountability.
2024/05/28 19:19
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Taiwan aims to share health expertise despite WHA exclusion
Discover why Taiwan’s exclusion from the World Health Assembly sparks debate over its global health contributions and the quest for international recognition. Read insights from Ray Ming-tse Lu on Taiwan’s readiness to share its health care expertise.
2024/05/27 15:46
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Proposal for Chiayi sex district faces regulatory hurdles
Explore the debate in Chiayi City over establishing a sex district amid stringent regulations requiring a 300-meter distance from schools and sensitive sites, making it challenging to find a suitable location.
2024/05/23 18:13
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DPP legislator uses breakfast to challenge reform bills
Explore the heated debate in Taiwan’s legislature over proposed reform bills, where DPP’s Huang Jie uses a breakfast metaphor to critique KMT and TPP’s stance. This story delves into the balance between transparency and privacy in legislative inquiries.
2024/05/22 18:56
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Taiwan rebuffs China’s travel ban blame, cites openness
Explore the latest on cross-strait relations as Taiwan responds to China’s claims, emphasizing its openness for exchanges despite the DPP’s policies. Read about the ongoing debate and Taiwan’s readiness for dialogue.
2024/05/22 17:13