【Today's Focus】Trump imposes a 32% tariff on Taiwan, claiming "America has lost everything" / Fully booked appointments but "no one showed up," Green Expo laments bad habits / Ko Wen-je discharged from hospital, Taipei Municipal Hospital reveals condition.
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讀後心得
The Qingming holiday is approaching, and the taboos of tomb sweeping cannot be ignored. When going out, attention should also be paid to major domestic and international events. Trump announced a 32% tariff on Taiwan, with impacts exceeding expectations. There was a situation at the Yilan Green Expo where "reservations were full but few attendees showed up," and officials stated this is a bad habit among the public. Former chairman of the People's Party, Ko Wen-je, was discharged from the hospital after surgery, with medical staff revealing that his condition is stable. Today's news includes: Trump is set to implement new tariffs starting in April, with experts warning that it may slow global economic growth; the Green Expo event has not attracted participants as expected, raising concerns about the public's indifference to civic education; Ko Wen-je's surgery was successful, but continuous attention to his health is necessary; and there has been a significant decrease in population in Taipei City recently.
The Qingming Festival is coming, and the taboos regarding tomb-sweeping must be treated with caution. While you are out traveling, don't forget to pay attention to important news both domestically and internationally! Trump has announced plans that will impact the global economy, stating that a large-scale "reciprocal tariff" policy will be implemented, with a tariff rate of 32% on Taiwan, which exceeds market expectations. The Yilan Green Expo recently experienced a situation of "fully booked appointments but no attendance," prompting officials to express their frustration regarding the bad habits of the public. Former Chairman of the People's Party, 柯文哲 (Ko Wen-je), was admitted to the hospital for surgery under guard, and after staying overnight for observation, he was discharged today and returned to 北所 (Beishuo). The hospital also provided an explanation of his condition. Below are today's news highlights:
- US imposes 32% tariff on Taiwan: Trump stated that the US will implement new tariffs starting April 5, targeting some "most serious violators" such as Taiwan, China, Japan, and the EU, effective from April 9. Economists warn that this may affect global economic growth... for more details, please see the full article.
- Green Expo event "0 attendees": Last year's Green Expo was fully booked as soon as it opened, but this year’s first event also saw zero attendees, leading officials to lament, "What happened to our civic education?" Meanwhile, several venue facilities were reportedly damaged... for more details, please see the full article.
- 柯文哲 (Ko Wen-je) successfully discharged: Taipei City Hospital stated that柯文哲 (Ko Wen-je) is in stable condition after surgery, is no longer in pain, and was discharged today with the doctor's consent, along with advice for regular follow-up checks... for more details, please see the full article.
- Trump's reciprocal tariff provokes backlash: This policy has sparked strong opposition from leaders of multiple countries, with the Canadian Prime Minister promising to "resist," while the US Treasury Secretary warned that retaliatory actions against the White House's new tariffs would only escalate tensions... for more details, please see the full article.
- Significant population outflow from Taipei: From January to March this year, there has been a noticeable decrease in Taipei's population, with approximately 40,000 people moving out. The Taipei City Government speculates this is due to multiple factors, and is related to the central government's new housing tax policy... for more details, please see the full article.
On the anniversary of the earthquake, a Greek man who once saved lives in Taroko shared his recovery journey. Although he demonstrated bravery during the rescue, he has been deeply affected by post-traumatic syndrome. He has come to realize the importance of spending more time with family and re-learning a peaceful life... for more details, please see the full article.
During the Qingming Festival, what taboos should everyone be aware of? In addition to not recommending pregnant women, young children, and those who are unwell to visit cemeteries, it is advised to avoid using perfume during tomb-sweeping, to prevent bringing back unclean energy home. When choosing fruits for offerings, it is also important to be cautious and avoid thorny or overly vibrant flowers, in order to protect one's fortune... for more details, please see the full article.
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