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Democratic development deepens in Taiwan under changes to Referendum ActPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Democratic development deepens in Taiwan under changes to Referendum Act

The people of Taiwan will find it easier to exercise their direct civil rights following the Jan. 3 promulgation of amendments to the Referendum Act, according to the Central Election Commission.

Mainland Launches Flight Routes without Negotiations: MAC Solemnly Protests over Hidden Political Agenda and Disregard for Aviation Safety

Regarding mainland China’s unilateral launch of the northbound M503 flight route and W121, W122, and W123 flight routes without negotiations between the two sides across the Taiwan Strait, the Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) issued the following solemn statement on January 4

 Flag-raising ceremony held on Taiping IslandPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Flag-raising ceremony held on Taiping Island

A national flag-raising ceremony took place Jan. 1 on Taiping Island in the Nansha (Spratly) Islands, underscoring the unwavering determination of the Republic of China (Taiwan) government to safeguard the country’s territory, according to the Cabinet-level Coast Guard Administration.

 Taiwan welcomes New Year with Taipei 101 fireworks extravaganzaPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taiwan welcomes New Year with Taipei 101 fireworks extravaganza

Taiwan’s landmark Taipei 101 hosted its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks show, welcoming 2018 with an impressive display of color, light and sound that attracted more than 1 million spectators from home and abroad.

New Southbound Policy service center launched in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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New Southbound Policy service center launched in Taipei

The New Southbound Policy service center was launched by the Cabinet-level Office of Trade Negotiations Jan. 2 in Taipei City, providing Taiwan-based businesses with key information on various programs under the initiative and highlighting economic opportunities in target countries.

Premier Lai touts Taiwan’s efforts in promoting sustainable developmentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Premier Lai touts Taiwan’s efforts in promoting sustainable development

The government is committed to implementing economically inclusive and environmentally friendly development strategies, in line with international practices such as the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals, Premier Lai Ching-te said Dec. 25.

NDC mulls new immigration law to attract foreign talentPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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NDC mulls new immigration law to attract foreign talent

The government is considering the creation of a dedicated immigration law to tackle Taiwan’s manpower shortage, according to the National Development Council Dec. 28.

New Southbound service center to integrate resources, encourage private participationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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New Southbound service center to integrate resources, encourage private participation

The Executive Yuan’s Office of Trade Negotiations will inaugurate a New Southbound service center in January to offer additional services to the public.

Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival has officially taken placePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival has officially taken place

“Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival” is fascinatingly held from the 23rd this month until January 7th next year at the Houli Flower Farm (Huatien) Greenway.

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MND releases National Defense Report

The 2017 National Defense Report was released Dec. 26 by the Ministry of National Defense, spotlighting Taiwan’s security situation, combat readiness and defense strategies.