TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰) on Tuesday (Jan. 14) unveiled a comprehensive plan to safeguard public safety during the upcoming nine-day Lunar New Year holiday. Cho's directives include cracking down on illegal gambling, promoting anti-drunk driving campaigns, and enhancing anti-fraud measures, with increased patrols to protect citizens and their assets as needed.
The Executive Yuan (行政院) emphasized the need for the Ministry of Transportation and Communications (交通部) and the National Police Agency (警政署) to manage traffic efficiently at popular tourist spots, bustling markets, highways, and transit hubs. Cho instructed authorities to ensure smooth traffic flow and prevent congestion during the holiday.
Cho stressed the importance of heightened vigilance at crowded venues like financial institutions. He called for the National Police Agency to intensify patrols and, if necessary, assist citizens to safeguard lives and property. He also urged agencies to target illegal gambling websites and establishments to deter unlawful activities.
Addressing health and safety concerns, Cho highlighted the dangerous conditions in illicit cigarette factories, where harmful substances could be added during production. He directed the National Treasury Administration (國庫署), National Immigration Agency (移民署), and Coast Guard Administration (海巡署) to ramp up enforcement efforts to protect public health and national security.