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Discover how Taiwan’s healthcare reform could lead to increased salaries for medical staff in public hospitals, as advocated by former director Chen Chih-hung. Read about the proposed changes and their potential impact.

A rally in Toronto’s Yonge-Dundas Square, organized by 25 overseas Chinese communities, supported Taiwan’s inclusion in the World Health Assembly (WHA). The event featured a drum performance and speeches from TECO Director-General Chen Chin-ling, MPs Judy Sgro, Ali Ehsassi, and Michael Cooper, advocating for Taiwan’s advanced healthcare contributions and its participation in global health discussions.

The New Taipei City Government inaugurates the Houtong Cat Public Office in an effort to promote animal protection and increase adoption rates. The office, situated in a renovated old dormitory near the Houtong railway station, aims to enhance the adoption environment and highlight the cat village with its first director, an orange tabby named Dorayaki. Offering sterilization, medical, and adoption services, the initiative seeks to raise awareness and encourage the public to adopt cats responsibly, fostering an animal-friendly reputation for New Taipei City.

Vice President Lai Ching-te, along with officials and Heineken Taiwan’s Managing Director Wu Chien-fu, launched a NT$13.5 billion investment in Pingtung for a net-zero carbon beer factory aimed at the East Asian market, marking Heineken’s deep-rooted expansion in Taiwan.

Discover how the Taipei City Egg Merchants Association plans to lower egg prices this summer due to decreased demand, as announced by executive director Liu Wei-chih. Learn about the expected market adjustments and the Ministry of Agriculture’s insights on Taiwan’s egg supply and demand dynamics.

Taiwan prepares for severe weather with two significant fronts expected next week, bringing heavy thunderstorms and strong winds, especially in Taitung and Hualien. Following a severe thunderstorm in Taipei, the Taiwan Integrated Disaster Prevention of Technology Engineering Consulting director, Chia Hsin-hsing, warns of more intense conditions and advises residents to stay informed.

Wang Hsin-hsien, an NCCU professor, speculates that the recent meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials may have involved discussions about President-elect Lai Ching-te’s inauguration speech and personnel arrangements, while TKU professor Alexander Huang believes the visit was mainly to prepare for Deputy Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken’s visit.

Former ROC President Ma Ying-jeou visits China, meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Ma’s executive director Hsiao Hsu-tsen clarifies Ma’s ＂Republic of China＂ gaffe, praises Xi’s attentiveness to Taiwanese students, and urges Taiwan’s Lai Ching-te government to seize opportunity for improved cross-strait ties.

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Former President Ma Ying-jeou stresses the importance of peaceful cross-strait relations during a meeting with Song Tao, Director of the Taiwan Affairs Office in China. Ma emphasizes the benefits for both sides and the shared history and culture of the Chinese nation. He highlights the significance of the ＂1992 Consensus＂ and opposition to ＂Taiwan independence＂ as key elements for cross-strait progress. Ma underscores the mainstream support in Taiwanese society for peaceful relations, as evidenced by recent election results and public opinion polls.

Former President Ma Ying-jeou met with Song Tao, Director of the Taiwan Affairs Office, in Shenzhen, emphasizing cross-strait relations and the 1992 Consensus. The meeting was followed by a drone show, showcasing ongoing dialogue and cultural exchange between Taiwan and China.

Taipei (TVBS News) reports that Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken action after businesses reported using red yeast rice raw materials from Japan’s Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, linked to kidney disease. Preventive measures have been taken, with products removed from shelves. FDA Director-General Wu Hsiu-mei oversees the situation to safeguard consumer safety.

Taiwanese actor Greg Hsu promotes ＂18×2 Beyond Youthful Days＂ in Japan, a Taiwanese-Japanese co-production that has captivated audiences in Taiwan. Hsu, alongside director Michihito Fujii and co-star Kaya Kiyohara, expressed his joy and anticipation during a press conference, highlighting the film’s themes of youth and friendship. Hsu’s chemistry with co-star Shunsuke Michieda is praised, with the actor inviting Michieda to visit Taiwan post-premiere. The film is currently screening in Taiwan and is scheduled for release in Japan in May.

Learn about the political tensions in Taiwan as Ma Ying-jeou faces pressure to assert Taiwan’s sovereignty during his upcoming delegation to China. Discover how Premier Chen Chien-jen’s call for Ma to declare Taiwan as an independent country challenges the ROC Constitution, as tensions rise over the DPP’s pro-independence stance. Stay updated on the uncertain prospects of a second meeting between Ma and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Hsiao Hsu-tsen, director of the Ma Ying-jeou Culture and Education Foundation, criticized former Vice President Chen Chien-jen for advocating Taiwan’s independence, citing violations of the Constitution of the Republic of China. This story highlights the ongoing debate surrounding Taiwan’s sovereignty and the implications of pro-independence rhetoric on the nation’s constitutional framework.

A suspected mass food poisoning incident at a vegetarian restaurant in Taipei’s Xinyi District has left one person dead and eight others ill, according to Taiwan’s Food and Drug Administration. Wu Shou-mei, Director-General of the FDA, stated that three victims are in serious condition. The incident occurred at Polam Kopitiam in the Far Eastern Department Store’s Xinyi A13 branch. Authorities are investigating the cause and testing food samples from the restaurant.

Stay informed about the weather in Taiwan with updates from Consulting Director Chia Hsin-hsing of Taiwan Integrated Disaster Prevention of Technology. Be prepared for scattered showers in various regions starting next Thursday, coinciding with the Tomb Sweeping Festival. Stay alert for possible thunderstorms and heavier rainfall in central and southern areas in the coming days.

Foundation Executive Director Hsiao Hsu-tsen warns that President Tsai Ing-wen’s failure to visit Taiping Island may break the tradition of asserting sovereignty in the South China Sea within two presidential terms, potentially affecting future claims and morale. The United States has historically opposed such visits, exerting pressure on former Presidents Ma Ying-jeou and Chen Shui-bian. Ma’s 2016 visit was not related to a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as clarified by Hsiao.

The ＂Taiwan Chinese Humanistic Buddhism Association Cultural Relics Donation Ceremony＂ in Beijing saw Fo Guang Shan donate 30 Song and Ming Dynasty artifacts to China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration. Taiwan Affairs Office Director Song Tao emphasized cross-strait cultural exchanges and joint protection of Chinese civilization’s heritage.

Former Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou is set to visit mainland China again in April, leading a group of young people from the Ma Ying-jeou Foundation exchange program on a cultural and educational tour. The visit includes stops at Peking University in Beijing, Sun Yat-sen University, and a grand ceremony worshipping the Yellow Emperor. Plans for a meeting between Ma and Chinese leader Xi Jinping are subject to China’s arrangements.

Chen Yaw-shyang, commissioner of the National Communications Commission (NCC), faces scrutiny from lawmakers over a report deemed stale and lacking in original content. Calls for a rewrite ensue amidst accusations of insufficient Mandarin language competency and vague content. Legislative skepticism persists as NCC officials defend the report’s recurring information, citing ongoing supervisory responsibilities and recent developments like the Internet Broadcasting Office. Personnel matters, including the potential appointment of NCC Deputy Director Wong Po-tsung as chairman, remain subject to legislative decision-making.

Stay updated on the latest weather conditions in Taiwan with this story from Taipei. The Central Weather Administration has issued an ＂orange＂ signal cold surge advisory for Keelung City and New Taipei City, indicating temperatures of 10 degrees Celsius or lower. Former CWA Weather Forecast Center director Daniel Wu predicts a drop to below 9 degrees. Be prepared with your umbrellas as isolated showers are expected across the country.

Yuli Hospital in Hualien, Taiwan, is leading efforts to establish dementia-friendly organizations in the country. The initiative involves training employees from community branches of the Land Bank of Taiwan and Family Mart to better understand and assist individuals with dementia. With over 300,000 people affected by dementia in Taiwan, the hospital aims to raise awareness and support for this vulnerable population. Director of nursing Huang Pei-chi highlights common challenges faced by dementia patients in daily tasks like banking and shopping, urging more businesses to participate in creating a dementia-friendly environment for the elderly.

The Directorate-General of Personnel Administration Personnel Division Director in Taipei supports adding mental health leave days for civil servants. The proposal includes granting one day of mental health leave each month without wage deductions. Discussions with the Ministry of Civil Service are ongoing to modify leave regulations. Democratic Progressive Party legislator Rosalia Wu advocates for this change, emphasizing no reduction in pay for civil servants taking mental health leave.

Premier Chen Chien-jen considers a unified Labor Day holiday in Taiwan, but faces challenges. Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Lin I-chin raises concerns about added costs for police and firefighters. Minister of the Interior Lin Yu-chang emphasizes the need for consensus, while Directorate-General of Personnel Administration Personnel Division Director-General Su Chun-jung calls for further impact assessment.