With more than half of Taiwan’s adults classified as overweight or obese, experts are calling for systemic reforms that start with childhood education, food policy, and lifestyle habits. Tackling the country’s growing health crisis requires coordinated efforts across schools, families, and government to build a healthier future.
Faced with frequent earthquakes and extreme weather, Taiwan has built one of the world’s most advanced disaster preparedness systems—combining cutting-edge AI technology, rigorous building codes, and cross-agency coordination. Its proactive approach not only minimizes damage at home but also serves as a model for global resilience.
Taiwan’s “Waves of Wonder” campaign rebrands the island as a year-round destination, celebrating its diverse landscapes and cultural appeal. The Tourism Administration aims to attract global travelers through strategic partnerships, regional tourism centers, and tailored offerings for key markets.
Taiwan is harnessing its abundant solar resources to advance a green revolution, enhancing energy security and boosting economic growth. As the island phases out nuclear power and faces challenges in integrating solar energy with storage solutions, it is also tackling regulatory and land-use hurdles to expand its solar capacity.
As Taiwan unveils its new “Waves of Wonder” campaign, hotels are attracting travelers with the promise of a high-quality experience. Taiwan’s tourism offerings are exceptional. The island’s evolution has authentically cultivated the traits of its neighbors and masterfully combined them into one. It offers the affordability and adventure of the backpacker trails of Thailand, Vietnam,…
A research team exploring the untapped potential of seaweed farming for carbon sequestration is positioning Taiwan to play a role in offsetting global carbon emissions. Carbon sequestration is an industry with a global revenue of over US$95 billion, according to the World Bank. Yet it hasn’t exactly trended or hit buzzword status. This business is…
Amid profound demographic shifts, Taiwan needs to come up with new strategies to safeguard the health of the population and ensure continued economic viability. As Taiwan has undergone deep-seated economic and societal changes over recent generations, the fertility rate (the average number of children born per woman) has declined dramatically, from seven births in 1951…
Taiwan’s High-Speed Rail project overcame daunting engineering challenges to connect major cities. There are plans for future expansion, but the dream of an around-the-island high-speed rail network remains a subject of debate and uncertainty. Taiwan is confronted by numerous engineering obstacles given its high humidity, unpredictable typhoons, and frequent earthquakes. In some respects, it’s the…
A weekend getaway to a serene location could be what you need to recharge and recenter. Here are six quiet corners waiting for you around Taiwan. Serenity and escapism are blissful, and finding a tranquil spot that allows you to relax and rejuvenate is rewarding. But those who seek relaxation don’t need an entire lifestyle…
Freediving, paragliding, canyoning, and rock climbing are exhilarating and easily accessible ways to discover more of Taiwan. Taiwan offers plentiful natural beauty. You can drink in the green just about anywhere here, whether by hiking up a mountain or glancing up at one from the city streets. But if you’re feeling a bit more adventurous,…
