【Taiwan Immigrants’ Global News Network】presents 5 news highlights presented in the form of a video broadcast for audiences to easily grasp current events. All news are regarding new immigrants. (Watch the video broadcast here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mzms4wVe1s)
Weekly News (June 7 - June 13)
- The epidemic is not slowing down: National Level 3 Alert is extended
The epidemic situation in Taiwan is not declining, and the number of local confirmed cases continues to exceed 100 per day. As a result of this, the CECC announced the extension of the National Level 3 Alert to June 14 (It is currently extended until June 28). According to epidemic prevention measures, people are required to wear masks at all times when leaving the safety of their homes and to stop gatherings of more than 5 people indoors and more than 10 people outdoors. (Detailed report: Important Announcement Nationwide level 3 alert Extended until 6/14)
- The Ministry of Education in line with epidemic prevention measures extends the suspension of in-person classes.
The National Level 3 Alert was extended to June 14 (currently extended until June 28), and the MOE announced that all schools at all levels in Taiwan will be suspending in-person classes until June 14 (currently extended until June 28). This includes cram schools and daycare centers; students are asked to stay at home to study. In-campus graduation ceremonies must also be canceled as not to risk spreading the virus. (Detailed report: National level 3 alert extended until June 14)
- Mayors of Taipei and New Taipei City announce the prohibition of dine-in services for restaurants.
The epidemic situation in Taiwan continues to worsen! The mayor of Taipei City announced that beginning May 24, all restaurants will stop their dine-in services. New Taipei City is also following up on this policy, and violators will be fined NT$3,000 to NT$15,000. Furthermore, other counties and cities across Taiwan also implemented this restriction. (Detailed report: On-site dining and drinking banned in Taipei starting on May 24)
- False news about the epidemic is spreading: Violators beware of paying fines of up to NT$ 1 million.
The outbreak of the virus in Taiwan has caused many people to worry. Every day, various news and information are shared on the internet. For that reason, the CECC reminds the public that spreading news that has not been confirmed will not only involve criminal responsibility but also fines of up to a maximum of NT$ 3 million. (Detailed report: CECC warns the public of fake covid-19 information)
