Strong Earthquake Strikes Taiwan: 9 dead, 934 injured
HUALIEN, Taiwan — In a seismic event that shook the entire island, Taiwan experienced its most powerful earthquake in 25 years. The quake, with a magnitude of 7.2 according to Taiwanese authorities and 7.4 according to the U.S. Geological Survey, … Continue reading Strong Earthquake Strikes Taiwan: 9 dead, 934 injured
Taiwan: Train crash killed 50 people
TAIPEH – A busy passenger train carrying 490 people has derailed in a tunnel in eastern Taiwan, killing at least 50 and injuring dozens more, authorities said. The eight-car train, traveling to Taitung, came off the rails in a tunnel … Continue reading Taiwan: Train crash killed 50 people
Taiwan’s MICE industry receives global recognition
Los Angeles – TAITRA’s Executive Vice President Walter Yeh was announced as the new Chairman of the IAEE’s Asia Exhibition Council (AEC) and will start his term at the beginning of 2015, illustrating the achievements and international recognition of the … Continue reading Taiwan’s MICE industry receives global recognition
Singapore: Calls for complete Ban on Remote Gambling
Singapore – A lawmaker in Singapore called on Tuesday for a complete ban of remote gambling.Speaking on the second reading of the Remote Gambling Bill, Member of parliament Denise Phua said that the government should not send the signal to Singaporeans, that … Continue reading Singapore: Calls for complete Ban on Remote Gambling
Taiwan Boosts MICE Environment
Taipeh – Taiwan endeavours to boost its MICE industry, and is highly expecting for more infrastructure investment to strengthen the incentive and meeting environment and facilities. This month, a brand-new exhibition centre in southern Taiwan, the Kaohsiung Exhibition and Convention Center, … Continue reading Taiwan Boosts MICE Environment