Taiwan's population consists of over 700,000 migrant workers, a number so large emphasizing their role in Taiwanese society. (Taiwan Immigrants’ Global News Network) shares the following series of informative videos about the lives of migrant workers in Taiwan. Watch the broadcast here: 0716 NIA video news report－English)
Taiwan Immigrants Global News Network presents weekly news to new immigrant audiences.
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Weekly News (July 12 – July 18)
- Primary and secondary schools in Taiwan will begin classes on September 1
The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced that start of classes will be postponed to September 1. This is to allow schools to prepare epidemic prevention measures and disinfection for the safety of all faculty, staff, and students. (Detailed report: Start of new school year for K-12 students pushed back 2 days)
- Screening and quarantine will be administered upon arrival at the airport
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced that starting July 2, all incoming passengers will be screened 3 times. For those coming from high-risk countries, quarantine protocols will be arranged. (Detailed report: Starting July 2: Incoming passengers will undergo 3 screening tests at the airport)
Read more: CECC confirms 18 more COVID-19 cases, including 14 domestic cases and 4 imported cases
- Young people must pay attention to the symptoms of the COVID-10 Delta Variant
The COVID-19 Delta Variant has invaded Taiwan. A British study recently announced that common symptoms of the Delta Variant for those under the age of 40 are headaches, sore throats, and runny nose. (Detailed report: Covid-19 Delta Variant Invades Taiwan: Young people beware of symptoms)
- 100 new immigrants gather to support one another
New Taipei City launched a program to support new immigrants. Participants use their native languages in spreading epidemic prevention information to promote safety for everyone. (Detailed report: New Taipei City New Immigrants: Sharing their native languages)
