Taiwan current news
Here are some current news stories from Taiwan:
Politics
- Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen has announced that the country will hold a referendum on whether to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) trade pact. The referendum is scheduled for November 2023. (Source: Taiwan News)
- The Taiwanese government has approved a bill to increase the minimum wage by 5.3% to NT$24,000 (approximately USD 800) per month, effective January 2024. (Source: Focus Taiwan)
Economy
- Taiwan's economy grew by 3.3% in the third quarter of 2022, driven by a surge in exports and a recovery in domestic demand. (Source: Taiwan Today)
- The Taiwanese government has announced plans to invest NT$1.2 trillion (approximately USD 40 billion) in the country's semiconductor industry over the next five years to boost competitiveness and reduce dependence on China. (Source: Nikkei Asia)
International Relations
- Taiwan has expressed concern over China's recent military drills near the Taiwan Strait, which it sees as a threat to regional stability. (Source: Reuters)
- The United States has approved a sale of F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan, worth approximately USD 8 billion, in a move seen as a boost to the country's defense capabilities. (Source: Defense News)
Health
- Taiwan has reported a surge in COVID-19 cases, with over 10,000 new cases reported in the past week. The government has announced measures to increase testing and vaccination rates. (Source: Taiwan News)
- The Taiwanese government has approved the use of Pfizer's COVID-19 oral antiviral treatment, Paxlovid, for patients with mild to moderate symptoms. (Source: Focus Taiwan)
Environment
- Taiwan has announced plans to phase out coal-fired power plants by 2025 and increase the use of renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. (Source: Taiwan Today)
- The Taiwanese government has launched a campaign to reduce plastic waste and increase recycling rates, with a goal of reducing plastic waste by 50% by 2025. (Source: The China Post)
These are just a few examples of current news stories from Taiwan. If you're looking for more information or specific news stories, please let me know!