Lai Shu-ming (賴樹明) writes in the 2003 book Fools Build Great Bridges (憨人造大橋) that during the 1960s, a group of volunteers began repairing Chiayi’s dirt roads, donating rice and purchasing coffins for needy families. The roads were often in poor condition after it rained, resulting in many accidents.

Hsinchu City and Hsinchu County were the only two “young” administrative areas nationwide, with an aging index of less than 100, while Chiayi County was the oldest, the latest data from the Ministry of the Interior showed. The aging index measures the number of people aged 65 or older for every 100 people under the age of 15.

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — With the central government ending its fresh milk program, Chiayi City Council has approved a budget to provide milk to 22,477 students twice a week. Starting next week, students in public kindergartens, elementary schools, and junior high schools will receive fresh milk in the classroom, according to CNA.

In addition to its ongoing commitment to the automotive industry, Tsang Yow has reportedly set its sights on the high-growth semiconductor sector. The company stated that to meet the demands of its semiconductor clients,

With an overwhelmingly positive response at the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show, Taiwan once again proved itself as an unmissable destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Canadian travellers left the event inspired and eager to embark on their next great adventure in Taiwan !

TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — A 55-year-old man in Chiayi was sentenced to 30 days of detention for spreading false information about a crocodile sighting during Typhoon Gaemi in July. The man, surnamed Hsu (許), admitted to the offense during trial. The Chiayi District Court ruled that his sentence could be commuted to a fine, per CNA.

If you are planning to travel to Chiayi or any other city in Taiwan, this airport locator will be a very useful tool. This page gives complete information about the Chiayi Airport along with the airport location map, Time Zone, lattitude and longitude ...

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