Asia Taiwan Bonuses for Taiwan’s Paralympic athletes have been increased: from NT$4 million (US$125.176) to NT$6 million for gold medal, the silver medal bonus will be upped to NT$2,1 million, and the bronze medal bonus to NT$1,5 million
Asia Taiwan To expand geothermal energy and new projects in Taitung County three measures have been introduced: clearer regulations, financial incentives, and a greater role for state-owned companies in leading development
Asia Taiwan Routine drug price surveys could be suspended for three years in an effort to strengthen the stability of Taiwan’s pharmaceutical supply; annual surveys consider demand and clinical necessity and set prices, ultimately influencing production
Asia Taiwan Guides to help small businesses and non-profits curb cyber threats were released by National Institute of Cyber Security; according to the agency, cyberattacks are more frequent and sophisticated, leaving smaller organizations more exposed
Asia Taiwan Lawmaker Lee Chen-hsiu was sworn in despite not having begun the process to renounce her Chinese nationality; the formality is required by Nationality Act, which bars individuals holding dual nationality from serving as elected representatives