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Discover the prestigious announcement of hosts for Taiwan’s 16th presidential and vice-presidential inauguration ceremony and state banquet. Anchors Ethan Liu and Jasmine Liu will lead the ceremony in Taipei, while Kuo Ya-hui and mixed-race model Kevin Tai will charm guests in Tainan, highlighting Taiwan’s diversity and democracy.

Discover how Taiwan’s private girls’ high schools are transitioning to co-ed institutions to address the country’s declining birthrate and prepare a new generation for future demographic challenges.

Discover the latest personnel appointments by Premier-designate Cho Jung-tai for the Executive Yuan, including key positions in the Ministry of Labor, Health and Welfare, the Hakka Affairs Council, the Council of Indigenous Peoples, and the Ministry of Environment. This announcement follows President-elect Lai Ching-te’s vision for a ＂Healthy Taiwan＂ and showcases a commitment to diversity and expertise in the new cabinet.

President Tsai Ing-wen inaugurates the 32nd Taipei International Book Exhibition (TiBE), promoting exploration through reading and knowledge. The event, themed ＂Catch the Reading Wave,＂ showcases strategies to support the publishing industry and features 509 publishers from 34 countries. Attendees include Deputy Culture Minister Lee Ching-hwi and the Netherlands Office in Taipei director. The fair offers incentives like ticket discounts and free entry for readers under 18, with the Netherlands as the theme country, highlighting Dutch diversity and inclusivity.

Hong Kong actor Daniel Wu criticizes Barbie’s new doll collection, claiming it perpetuates stereotypes about Asians. The dolls were released following the success of the ＂Barbie＂ film in 2023, which grossed over US $1.4 billion. The Asian doll in the collection, portrayed as a violinist or a panda doctor, has faced strong backlash from Wu and others. Wu expressed his concerns on Weibo, suggesting that the limited options for the Asian doll reinforce parental expectations rather than promoting genuine diversity. His post has garnered widespread support online, with many users agreeing that the doll design demonstrates a lack of understanding of Asians by the toy’s creators.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim attended an educational discussion in Taipei, where she shared plans for the National Project of Hope. The project aims to address issues of ’inverse distribution’ in education, particularly the financial burden on underprivileged children attending private universities. Hsiao emphasized the importance of nurturing global citizenry among children and connecting them to the world through digital tools. She also stressed the need for a friendly learning environment, anti-bullying initiatives, drug education, gender equality teachings, and addressing security concerns within campuses. Hsiao proposed creating a friendly environment for socio-economically disadvantaged students, reflecting Taiwan’s diversity and inclusivity. She called for the elevation of the quality of special education, advancement of higher education and vocational development, and a change in public perception about it. Hsiao suggested that private universities provide tuition assistance to alleviate the financial burden on poorer students. In terms of foreign affairs, she highlighted her efforts to sign an educational Memorandum of Understanding while stationed in the U.S., offering scholarship opportunities and encouraging Americans to learn Mandarin and visit Taiwan for Taiwan’s global integration.

Popular Taiwanese band Mayday received encouragement from Executive Yuan Premier Chen Chien-jen to continue giving strength, despite pressure from China to endorse the ＂One China＂ stance. Chen criticized China’s use of false information to attack the world. Mayday is feeling pressure from the Chinese government ahead of the presidential election. Chen praised Mayday for their creative contributions under Taiwan’s culture of freedom, democracy, diversity, and openness. Legislator-at-large candidate Puma Shen of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) also highlighted China’s interference in nations worldwide, including luring artists to develop in China and gradually dictating their speech. Shen explained that these tactics typically last from three to six years, causing victims to fall prey to China’s united front tactics.

Hualien County Magistrate welcomes LGBTQ+ couples to mass wedding ceremonies. Concerns raised about gender-specific terms on registration forms. Civil Affairs Department clarifies no refusal to include any group. LGBTQ+ organizations urge government to respect gender diversity.

The 21st Taiwan Pride Parade is estimated to have 153,000 people attending, promoting unity and support for diverse identities. The event features a rainbow market with over 120 stalls and 24 NGOs, while President Fletcher Hong advocates for freedom of identity. Performances by Rainbow Ambassador Kimberley Chen, Enno Cheng, Chang RuoFan, Neci Ken, Drag Queen Draggy Boo Boo, and boy band VERA celebrate diversity and acceptance.

President Tsai Ing-wen expresses hopes for Taiwan’s unity and support for diversity ahead of the 21st Taiwan Pride Parade. She highlights the passing of the same-sex marriage bill as a significant accomplishment and symbol of joint effort. Tsai emphasizes Taiwan’s commitment to respecting individual differences and driving progress in society. She warmly welcomes friends from around the world to participate in the parade, which emphasizes the importance of unity in Taiwan’s diverse society.

第21屆台灣同志遊行將在本週六（28日）於台北市政府前廣場登場，今年遊行主題為「與多元同行（Stand with Diversity）」。總統蔡英文今上午在臉書表示，2019年5月17日，立法院三讀通過司法院釋字第748號解釋施行法，「我們一起做到了，成就了一個讓全世界羨慕的台灣」，謝謝一路走來，一直勇敢、堅強的各位，「願愛繼續團結這塊土地上的每個人，繼續與多元同行，也與台灣的民主、自由同行」。

The 21st Taiwan LGBT+ Pride , with the theme ＂Stand with Diversity,＂ will take place in front of Taipei City Hall on October 28th. DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te will attend, while PFP candidate Ko Wen-je will be absent due to a prior engagement in the south. KMT will send youth group members, and Hou Yu-yih will not attend but expresses support for gender equality. Terry Gou and Lai Pei-hsia will also be absent but maintain their support for gender-friendly policies.

第21屆台灣同志遊行將在本週六（28日）於台北市政府前廣場登場，今年遊行主題為「與多元同行（Stand with Diversity）」，呼籲正視不同社群的存在與困境，尊重彼此的多元差異。民進黨總統參選人賴清德確定出席，國民黨派出青年團成員代表上街遊行，侯友宜本人未排定是否出席。民眾黨總統參選人柯文哲因週六南部有行程，不克出席，會由民眾黨立委參與。郭辦則表示，郭台銘與副手賴佩霞已排定行程，不克出席，但支持性別友善的立場非常明確。

DPP Chairman and presidential hopeful, Lai Ching-te, is expected to attend the 21st Taiwan Pride Parade, demonstrating his support for the LGBTQ+ community. Lai has a history of advocating for LGBTQ+ rights during his tenure as the Mayor of Tainan and has continued to discuss gender equality issues as party chairman. He believes that Taiwan should lead as an example in terms of gender equality in Asia. The Taiwan Pride Parade, themed ＂Stand with Diversity,＂ will be held at the Taipei City Hall Plaza.

President Tsai Ing-wen commends the diversity of the citizen judicial system introduced in Taiwan in 2023 and calls for the judiciary to ＂become adaptable and more resilient＂ with the constant emergence of new challenges.