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News roundup: Cats transform Taiwan’s Houtong into a tourist magnet, plus more tourism news
Taiwan’s touristy cat village, Philippines’ smart tourism index, Cambodia’s tourism efforts with China
Taipei prime property prices go up 18.9%, placing 6th in global ranking
The city placed seventh in Q3 2021
Tech firms in Taiwan drive demand for office space
JLL shared that tech firms have thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic, which in turn, raised the demand for office space
Taiwan’s economy slated to grow 4.42% this year
March also marked the start of the new phase in Taiwan’s COVID-19 response
Taiwan reopens its borders to business travellers starting 7 March
The Ministry of Labor (MOL) also recently clarified that “foreign professionals” also included athletes, cram school teachers, and entertainers
Taiwan’s economy stays afloat thanks to strong exports
Last year’s growth economy was driven by the hybrid working setup, recovering consumer confidence, and global demand for chips
Taiwan promotes ESG and shares future plans for its industries
More medium and small businesses must take the steps to meet ESG standards
Taipei focuses on solutions for a livable and sustainable smart city
Taipei City mayor seeks “smart” solutions to improve quality of life and development in seven areas
Taiwan’s central bank might raise interest rates in 2022
Raising interest rates before other countries could negatively impact the country’s real estate sector
Taiwan to be a regional hub for solutions in environmental protection
The country has already cleaned up 93 percent of polluted farmland
Hoteliers urge Taiwanese government to relax borders like other countries
The hotel industry is stuck in a rut, especially considering Taipei’s dependence on international visitors
Taiwan hopes to become an international digital business centre
The nation announced its fourth internet data centre to be launched by Chief Telecom
South Taiwan city to develop 8,800 social housing amid rising house prices
Rumours about a chip plant being invested in Kaohsiung city has driven up home prices in the area
Taiwan government hands out 1.2M travel vouchers to boost economy
Vouchers are worth USD36 each, eligible to pay for trips, stays at hotels, sight visits, and more
Taiwan’s Penghu archipelago flourishes as tourists make their return
At least 30 daily flights between Taiwan and the outlying country are now maintained
Tourism representatives in Southern Taiwan urge government to loosen restrictions
The tourism industry receives serious damage as tourist attractions and water sports on the island remain off-limits
New Taipei’s 12,000 plots of land in need of being claimed by inheritors
The amount of unclaimed land has an estimated value of over USD664.76 million
Taiwan launches online registration for hotel grants in Taoyuan
People may apply for a total of two nights during the 40-day subsidy period
Watch: A look at Taiwan’s digital transformation
Minister Tang examines their leadership in collaborative governance, sustainable infrastructure, and open innovation
COVID-19 triggers digital transformation in Taipei
The city grabs opportunities as the pandemic speeds up rise of digital economy
Taiwan retail stores plan to expand business scale
The nation’s effective control of the virus bumped up retail sales to USD136.22 billion
Taiwan’s central bank implements strict mortgage rules to control speculation
Imposition of stricter mortgage regulations planned to help improve and stabilise financial market
Taiwan’s central bank cautions industry of a possible real estate bubble
Several raised concerns about the swift pickup of local property deals and prices
