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Lai flags human rights, power separation issues in laws
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te addresses concerns over legislative amendments, seeking a constitutional interpretation to uphold democracy and human rights.
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Power outage hits New Taipei City, affects over 4,000 homes
Discover the latest on the large-scale power outage in New Taipei City’s Tamsui District affecting over 4,000 households, including ongoing restoration efforts and safety advice from Taiwan Power Company.
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Taiwan’s President Lai opposes legislative power expansion
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te emphasizes the importance of separation of powers and opposes legislative expansion in his first open hall speech. Read about his call for constitutional interpretation.
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Taiwan seeks to emulate Ukraine with national drone strategy
Discover how Taiwan is enhancing its defense capabilities by building a drone fleet, learning from Ukraine’s tactics, and navigating supply chain challenges amid tensions.
8小時前
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President Lai to challenge legislative reform bills in court
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te challenges controversial legislative reform bills by seeking a constitutional interpretation from the Constitutional Court. Learn about his stance on legislative power and the historic move to defend democracy.
9小時前
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SEMICON Taiwan to spotlight AI role in semiconductor future
SEMICON Taiwan 2024 to focus on AI era Over 1,000 exhibitors across 3,600 booths 16 themes, including new AI Zone 13 country pavilions for global cooperation
10小時前
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Lai Ching-te argues democracy is not a crime in Taiwan
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te responds to China’s threats against Taiwanese independence supporters, advocating for democracy and dialogue.
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Poll reveals split views on Taiwan’s nuclear-free policy
Discover the latest poll results on Taiwan’s nuclear-free policy, revealing a divide among citizens with 45.8% disapproving and 42.4% in favor. Insights include demographic breakdowns and political party perspectives.
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Taiwan boosts railway safety with new measures
Discover how Taiwan is enhancing railway safety along the Hualien-Taitung line with new measures including stream dredging, a debris warning system, and improved barriers after a recent derailment incident.
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Taiwan’s elementary enrollment to drop below 1M by 2029
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Education plans to tackle the challenge of declining student enrollment, with projections showing a drop below one million by 2029. Learn about the strategies for enhancing education quality and the implications for schools.
11小時前
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Gender norms shift in Taiwan, affecting family planning
Explore how feminism and inflation are reshaping gender norms in Taiwan and Japan, leading to more dual-income families and changing lifestyle choices.
2024/06/21 17:54
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Taiwan’s Legislature upholds decision on reform bill
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s parliamentary reform bill: A vote in the Legislative Yuan fails, with 62 against and 51 in favor, despite efforts for reconsideration. Full details on the vote and reactions inside.
2024/06/21 16:44
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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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Mingdao University to close amid declining birth rate
Discover the story of Taiwan’s Mingdao University closing in 2024 after 23 years, due to financial struggles and a declining birth rate. Details on its final grand graduation ceremony and events.
2024/06/21 14:40
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Panadol prices to rise by up to 10% in Taiwan from July
Discover how the price of Panadol in Taiwan is set to rise by 8% to 10% in July due to increased electricity costs, as stated by Shen Tsai-ying of the Taiwan General Medical Practitioners Association. Learn about the impact of COVID-19 on demand and alternatives to consider.
2024/06/21 14:27
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Ministry addresses fears of foreign dentist influx in Taiwan
Discover the latest on Taiwan’s rural dental improvement plan, including the Ministry of Health and Welfare’s clarification on budget allocation for both local and foreign-educated dentists.
2024/06/21 11:16
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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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Taiwan seeks UK support for CPTPP membership bid
Discover how Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung advocates for UK support in Taiwan’s CPTPP application and the growing Taiwan-UK relations, including trade and technology collaborations.
2024/06/21 10:23
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Taiwan to publicize power information amid outage concerns
Discover how Taiwan’s Minister of Economic Affairs, J.W. Kuo, addresses recent power outage concerns and plans for transparency in power supply and demand starting July.
2024/06/20 16:37
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President Lai advocates for Taiwan’s WHO inclusion at ICEM
Discover how Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te advocates for the country’s inclusion in the WHO at the 23rd ICEM, emphasizing global health collaboration and emergency medicine’s vital role.
2024/06/20 15:50
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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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Final call for young adults to claim cultural vouchers
Discover how young adults in Taiwan can claim and spend their Coming-of-Age Vouchers before the June 30 deadline. Learn about the Culture Points program benefits, application methods, and spending tips.
2024/06/20 14:43
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Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may skip nuclear plant bill review
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan may not schedule the review of bills extending the lifespan of nuclear power plants. As summer approaches, the anticipated surge in electricity usage puts additional pressure on both the public and the government.
2024/06/19 17:13
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KMT legislator aids family of fisherman stranded in China
Discover the story of a fisherman stranded in mainland China for over three months and the efforts of KMT Legislator Chen Yu-jen to reunite him with his family amid cross-strait tensions.
2024/06/19 16:50
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Taiwan faces urban renewal challenges with aging houses
Explore the challenges and progress of urban renewal in Taiwan, where the aging housing stock and recent earthquakes have pushed the need for more effective renewal strategies and government involvement.
2024/06/19 16:49