To improve new residents' understanding of common fraud schemes and the dangers of emerging drugs in Taiwan, the Chiayi District Prosecutors Office joined hands with the Chiayi City Service Station of the Immigration Agency to host the "Safe Life for New Residents&mdashFamily Education and Legal Awareness Course" on the 16th. Through professional lectures and interactive discussions, the event aimed to help new residents protect themselves and their families while integrating safely into Taiwanese society.
During the course, Probation Officer Lu Haoquan from the Chiayi District Prosecutors Office provided a detailed analysis of emerging drugs, particularly controlled substances commonly sold online, such as Etizolam. He highlighted how these substances are often disguised as everyday items like candy, coffee packets, and e-cigarettes, warning attendees to be cautious about accidental use or involvement in distribution, which could lead to legal consequences and health risks. Additionally, he shared the latest fraud cases, including fake investment schemes, impersonation of government agencies, and fraudulent pleas for help from fake relatives, teaching attendees how to identify and respond to such scams to reduce their chances of falling victim.
Probation Officer Lu Haoquan from the Chiayi District Prosecutors Office provided a detailed introduction to the types and dangers of emerging drugs and shared the latest fraud cases during the course. (Image / Screenshot from Chiayi District Prosecutors Office Website)
The course received enthusiastic responses from participating new residents and their Taiwanese spouses. Ms. Nguyen from Vietnam remarked, "I knew drugs were dangerous, but I never imagined that new synthetic drugs could be hidden in everyday products. This session was very informative, and I will remind my children to stay vigilant." Meanwhile, Ani from Indonesia shared her experience: "I once received a scam call from someone pretending to be a bank representative and nearly fell for it. Thanks to this session, I learned to verify with 165 Anti-Fraud Hotline, which is really helpful."
Some attendees also pointed out that language barriers limit their understanding of Taiwan&rsquos laws and related information. They expressed hope for more similar events in the future, along with multilingual resources to help them adapt to their new environment more effectively.
Huang Yanxun, Director of the Chiayi City Immigration Service Station, affirmed that the agency will continue collaborating with various organizations to provide more legal and safety awareness programs, ensuring that new residents can settle in Taiwan safely and securely, while fostering a crime-free and inclusive society.
