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CECC confirms 2 more imported cases; cases arrive in Taiwan from India and BelgiumPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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CECC confirms 2 more imported cases; cases arrive in Taiwan from India and Belgium

On April 23, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced two new confirmed imported cases of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Taiwan. Those two new cases arrived in Taiwan from India (Case #1088) and Belgium (Case #1089).

Taiwan solidifying leading advantages in global semiconductor market

At the Cabinet’s weekly meeting Thursday, Premier Su Tseng-chang said the government will maintain and expand Taiwan’s semiconductor supply chain advantages by easing regulations, cultivating industrial talent and attracting more investments. Science parks will also be established or expanded in cities and counties across Taiwan to boost the industrial clustering effect.

Outdoor event of the Islamic Cultural Exhibition to offer visitors a unique experience of Islamic cultural activitiesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Outdoor event of the Islamic Cultural Exhibition to offer visitors a unique experience of Islamic cultural activities

As part of the Islamic Cultural Exhibition, an outdoor event will be held on April 17 and 18 in the plaza outside the National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall. Open from noon to 7 p.m., the event will offer visitors a unique experience of Islamic cultural activities, including fast-breaking rites and iftar meals served after sunset during Ramadan in accordance with Islamic teachings. Visitors can enjoy Taiwanese and foreign food and view exhibits of Arabic calligraphy and traditional Muslim dress.

Government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available to fifth and sixth priority groups on April 23Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available to fifth and sixth priority groups on April 23

On April 21, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that the government-funded COVID-19 vaccine would be available to individuals in the fifth and sixth priority groups, i.e., essential personnel who maintain the normal functions of society such as police and military police officers, and staff and people receiving care at long-term care institutions, social welfare institutions and in the social welfare system on April 23.

Cabinet approves draft amendments to foreign professional recruitment law

To attract more top-flight international talent to Taiwan, the Executive Yuan on Thursday approved the National Development Council’s draft amendments to the Act for the Recruitment and Employment of Foreign Professionals. The draft amendments will be forwarded to the Legislature for deliberation.

Cultural exhibition deepens friendship, understanding between Taiwan, Muslim-majority countriesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Cultural exhibition deepens friendship, understanding between Taiwan, Muslim-majority countries

The Islamic Cultural Exhibition featuring Arabic calligraphy works, religious artifacts and items, and photographs of celebrated mosques from around Taiwan and abroad is underway at National Dr. Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall in Taipei City.

Self-paid COVID-19 vaccine to be available for the Taiwanese public on April 21

On April 14, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced it would initially offer 10,000 self-paid COVID-19 vaccine doses to members of the public starting April 21. Related details are listed below.

Government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available to fourth priority group as of April 14, 2021Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available to fourth priority group as of April 14, 2021

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to ravage the globe, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announces that beginning April 14, 2021, the government-funded COVID-19 vaccine is available to individuals in the fourth priority group, i.e., those who must travel abroad due to special circumstances such as diplomatic personnel and other personnel engaging in official business and athletes and competitors representing Taiwan overseas.

Thank you: government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available for disease prevention and control personnel and workers at high risk of exposure from April 12Photos - New Southbound Policy
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Thank you: government-funded COVID-19 vaccine available for disease prevention and control personnel and workers at high risk of exposure from April 12

On April 12, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) held a media event called "Thank you: COVID-19 vaccination press conference".

CECC announces precautions to take before COVID-19 vaccination with AstraZeneca vaccinePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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CECC announces precautions to take before COVID-19 vaccination with AstraZeneca vaccine

On April 8, the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) pointed out that the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the Ministry of Health and Welfare held an expert meeting today to discuss the European Medicines Agency's findings of a possible link between the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine shot and rare cases of unusual blood clots combined with low blood platelets. After today's meeting, the ACIP made a resolution to add related reminding messages on the notice of "precautions t