UN Desertification Chief Visits Mongolia to Bolster Global Cooperation
The top UN official for combating land degradation will visit Mongolia this week. Specifically, UNCCD Executive Secretary Yasmine Fouad begins her official visit on...
Avian Influenza Suspect Detained in Taichung Egg Farm Case
A Taichung egg farm operator was detained after authorities discovered illegal disposal of dead chickens during an avian influenza outbreak. Prosecutors held the operator,...
China Intensifies Crackdown on North Korean Cigarette Illicit Trade
Chinese authorities are escalating a forceful campaign against smuggled tobacco. This major crackdown specifically targets the illicit trade of North Korean cigarettes. Recently, convicted...
Child Exploitation Cases Rise Sharply in Taiwan According to Advocacy Groups
Child exploitation cases rose sharply in Taiwan last year, and advocacy groups called for urgent action. Consequently, officials reported a 2.2-fold increase in incidents...
Japan Launches Morning After Pill Nationwide
Japan has begun nationwide over-the-counter sales of the morning-after pill, giving women of all ages faster access to emergency contraception. The rollout started Monday...
