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Hsinchu City hosts fire safety event for kindergarteners
The Hsinchu City Government hosts a fire safety experience event for kindergarteners, featuring hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations to instill disaster prevention education in children through engaging activities. The event aims to teach disaster response skills and cultivate a correct concept of disaster prevention, emphasizing the importance of public safety from an early age.2024/03/25 17:46 -
President Tsai pledges support for R.O.C. armed forces
President Tsai Ing-wen visits forces stationed at Penghu and pledges continued support for the Republic of China Armed Forces. She also inaugurates the renovated Wude Barracks and emphasizes the government’s dedication to revitalizing military dormitories nationwide. The defense budget for 2024 reaches a record high of NT$600.7 billion, and Tsai inspects military demonstrations by the mechanized infantry battalion of the Penghu Defense Command. The president highlights ongoing defense reforms to establish a leaner and more modern military force and acknowledges the strategic importance of the Penghu force. With the Lunar New Year approaching, she advises officers to stay connected with their families and encourages quality time with loved ones for those on leave.2024/01/30 16:02 -
Demonstrators flood the streets ahead of Biden-Xi meeting
The 2023 APEC summit between the U.S. and China in San Francisco highlights tensions in their relationship, particularly regarding Taiwan. Violent clashes between anti-Xi protestors and supporters of the Chinese president marred the day, with protestors outnumbered and overpowered. The summit aimed to address sensitive issues and find common ground, but the situation became increasingly tense. The White House reiterated its support for the one-China policy while expressing hopes for Taiwan’s development and freedom of choice in trade partners.2023/11/16 21:46 -
Air Force prepares for CCK Air Base Aviation Carnival
In preparation for the Ching Chuan Kang (CCK) Air Base Aviation Carnival on Aug. 12, Taiwan’s Air Force Thunder Tiger Aerobatics Team took to the skies to showcase their flight skills ahead of the main event.2023/08/13 13:17