The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) has announced that beginning July 25, 2022, entry restrictions to the Republic of China (Taiwan) will be further relaxed to allow foreign nationals to apply for a special entry permit (visa) for volunteer work, religious work, study of religious doctrine, internships, international exchanges, and the Working Holiday Schemes (Youth Mobility Programs). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) will adjust visa regulations accordingly.

The Trending Taiwan Short Film Competition opened July 19 as part of government efforts to raise the country’s profile on the global stage, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

On July 19, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that starting July 25, 2022, the entry restrictions for foreign nationals will be loosened.

On July 19, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced eased mask rules and other epidemic prevention measures after taking into consideration the improving COVID-19 situation in Taiwan and analyzing the developments in the pandemic situation; related details are listed below.

On June 29, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that current mask-wearing mandate and other epidemic prevention measures will remain in place from July 1; related details are listed below.

A new department of human rights and transitional justice was launched by the Executive Yuan June 27 in Taipei City, marking a milestone in government commitment to protecting peoples’ rights.

The Group of Seven leaders’ support for peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, as well as the peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, is sincerely appreciated by the government and people, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said June 28.

The government is committed to safeguarding Taiwan’s freedom and democratic way of life by enhancing asymmetrical defense capabilities and strengthening civil-military cooperation, according to Foreign Minister Jaushieh Joseph Wu.

A virtual workshop on eliminating hepatitis C was staged under the Global Cooperation and Training Framework June 17 in Taipei City, spotlighting the government’s commitment to strengthening health security in the Indo-Pacific and beyond.

The Executive Yuan released its fourth national report on the implementation of the U.N. Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) June 15 in Taipei City, highlighting efforts by the government to ensure women’s rights on all fronts.