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The Ministry of the Interior in Taiwan has announced that it will allocate NT＄10 million for the implementation of the Provisional Act Governing Religious Groups Registering Real Estate in the Name of a Natural Person. This legislation aims to address issues surrounding properties acquired by religious groups but registered under individual names. Minister Lin Yu-chang made the announcement during a visit to Bali Zihuang Tianyi Zhenqing temple, emphasizing the outreach to temples across Taiwan to communicate the details of the Act. In addition, the Ministry plans to increase government subsidies for temple activities, committing an additional NT＄15 million to support these communities, a significant increase from the previous annual subsidy of NT＄420,000. The Department of Religious and Ceremonial Affairs, established last year, will administer these initiatives, with the new budget allocations facilitated through local governments to ensure a seamless implementation and the preservation of Taiwan’s religious landscape.

A civilian group from Taiwan, the Taiwan Youth Climate Coalition (TWYCC), unveiled the ＂Songshan Declaration＂ at a side event related to the upcoming 28th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP28) in Dubai. The declaration calls for fair transition strategies to combat climate change. TWYCC representative Gina Lee highlighted the controversial solar energy development in Tainan’s Qigu area, discussing its negative impact on local aquaculture fishers. The group also explored examples of just transition, such as solar development in Cigu and the electrification of scooters, expressing concern about the government’s lack of dialogue with youth. The ＂Songshan Declaration＂ was jointly initiated by stakeholders from Taiwan’s industries, government, academia, and civil society, pledging to enforce the Climate Change Response Act and engage in the global stocktake. Chen Hui-ping, Chairperson of the Taiwan Green Energy for Charity Association, shared experiences of enabling social change through the ＂Green Well (GW) 100+＂ initiative, which has installed solar power systems for underprivileged communities and conducted energy audits and equipment replacements in social welfare institutions. The association emphasized that their model of green charity fosters wider stakeholder participation and contributes positively to the energy transition.

The 2023 Winter Lanyang Hot Spring Season in Jiaoxi Township, Yilan kicked off with a festive street parade carnival. The week-long celebration includes a hot spring gourmet fair, smaller street parades, and a gourmet travel expo. Nearly 50 groups from local industries, communities, schools, and organizations participated in the opening event, creating a lively atmosphere. The carnival parade featured creative costumes and was led by a themed float, the Bloco Força Brazil Percussion band, the Lanyang Samba Dance troupe, and large robots. The Guohua Junior High School Aboriginal Dance Group, comprised of vibrant indigenous students, also performed. The hot spring gourmet fair and more street parades will continue until Dec. 10. Tangweigou Hot Spring Park has installed a towering 6.5-meter ’Hot Spring Giant’ illuminated decoration and a 12-meter-wide floral tunnel, which are lit every evening until Feb. 25, 2024, adding to the winter celebration’s appeal.

The TVBS Charity Foundation’s fundraiser in Taipei, held on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, united local governments, churches, and social organizations to support disadvantaged communities. This event, endorsed by mayors Chiang Wan-an and George Hsieh, fostered love and hope, creating a beacon of warmth as Christmas approaches.

The annual Dajia Mazu Pilgrimage commenced in Taichung on April 21 and reached Yunlin County on Monday (April 24).