http://www.lceb.gov.tw/ 新竹市外國人中心 UTF-8 類別 52 2010-09-09 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215614 Construction is going to start on the project to extend Hsinchu City Gongdao 5th Rd (toward East). This morning (9th), a groundbreaking ceremony was taking place at the intersection of Gongdao 5th Rd and Ciyun Rd. Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai, along with Deputy Magistrate Chang Jen Hsiang and several Representatives of Public Opinion to participate in this ceremony to celebrate the first day of construction for this project. They prayed with incense sticks and wished the construction will go well. City Councilors Lu Hsueh-Chang indicated that this construction is really important for traffic of East District. And he believed it will upgrade the community life quality and boost up economy for the surrounding communities. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Groundbreaking ceremony for construction of Gongdao 5th Rd 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-09 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215598 Today, the Hsinchu District 300-G1 Lions Clubs International donated a patrol car for surveillance to First Precinct of Hsinchu City Police Bureau, hoping to strengthen the surveillance, order and social control by enhancing the cooperation between police and the public. During the donation ceremony, Mayor Hsu received the car key from the Lions Clubs on behalf of Hsinchu city government. In the speech, Mayor Hsu expected that the police could work harder in their efforts to maintain the social order and prevent the crime from happening. On the other hand, Mayor Hsu also expressed his great gratitude to Hsinchu District 300-G1 Lions Clubs International for their enthusiasm and dedication in participating in public affairs. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 District 300-G1 Lions Clubs donated a patrol car to Hsinchu City Police Bureau 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-08 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215585 This morning (8th), Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai invited more than 40 municipal expert counselors to participate in a meeting. The meeting was mainly to discuss on five subjects, and those five subjects are education, public works, transportation, tourism and industrial development. During the meeting, they also discussed about how to use wind power and solar energy efficiently, and how it would help Hsinchu city to transform into the green energy city. There were several professors indicated that Hsinchu city got a very unique wind. It is because Hsinchu city is surrounded by mountains on three sides and the sea on one side. These advantages created the development of wind power generator in Hsinchu City. Those counselors emphasized that Hsinchu city has the nickname of "Windy City", therefore, we should use this green energy more wisely. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu had a meeting with municipal counselors this morning (8th) 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-07 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215552 The Hsinchu city government held a monthly meeting for September Construction Supervisory Report this morning (7th), and Advisory Officer Lee was the host of the meeting. According to the Department of General Affairs, Hsinchu city government now has completed 4 projects and managed 47 projects for Engineering, 8 projects for Planning and Design. During the meeting, the city government invited all the authorities concerned to give a report on the progresses of the engineering projects they are in charge of. As for those projects didn’t complete in time, the Sector Chief Tseng said they will try their best to complete the engineering projects as soon as possible. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 A monthly meeting for September Construction Supervisory Report 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-07 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215550 Today (7th), the President of Hsinchu City Buddhist Institute, Liu Hsiu-Yen, visited Hsinchu City government and donated 45,000 books for Hsinchu City Jr. High and Elementary School’s students. This book is named “The Basic Rules of Etiquette”. It teaches student the basic etiquette and how to be polite to others. The President of Hsinchu City Buddhist Institute, Liu Hsiu-Yen, indicated that Hsinchu city has a total of 44,315 students in Jr. High and Elementary School; therefore, their institute donated 45,000 books to Hsinchu City. They also donated 120,000 books for Hsinchu County’s Jr. High and Elementary School students. Mayor Hsu stated that Hsinchu city government has been promoting the reading activities in recent years. Proper etiquette for students is very important. It allows them to develop good social skills and manners. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Buddhist Institute donated books for students 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-06 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215502 Today (6th), while hosting the regular civil affairs meeting, Deputy Mayor Tseng expressed his gratitude to all the staff members for their fully support and dedication in hosting the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly, making this international event successfully end in a satisfactory way. On behalf of Mayor Hsu, Deputy Mayor Tseng also expressed great appreciation to all the volunteers helping with WTA. Those 119 volunteers will be rewarded for their efforts as soon as possible. As for the water dance show in Green Grass Lake, Deputy Mayor Tseng indicated that since the water show won acclaim among citizens, the authorities concerned will do more research to plan the future direction for water show in Green Grass Lake. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Deputy Mayor Tseng thanked all the staff members for their fully support in WTA 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-06 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215492 The Jane Goodall Institute Taiwan and National Tsing Hua University Roots and Shoots Team together hosted an event named “Day of Roots and Shoots in Hsinchu 2010”. Today (6th), the event was taken place at Hsinchu Zoo. The internationally renowned conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall participated in this meaningful event and gave a speech. Dr. Jane Goodall indicated that the Roots and Shoots program is about making positive change for our communities, animals and the environment. Dr. Jane Goodall, along with Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai, Hsinchu Zoo’s Chief Hung Ming-Shih, National Tsing Hua University’s Wang Chun-Hsiu and others experienced the life in animal cages. Moreover, they also signed the "Declaration on Protection of Animals", it represents the determination for working towards the protection of our Ecology. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Day of Roots and Shoots in Hsinchu 2010 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-03 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215466 Mayors’ Forum of the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) was held this afternoon (3rd). There were 9 Mayors or Deputy Mayors giving briefings about their cities. Those 9 cities are Lpswich, Brisbane, Xian, Gliiwice, Chengdu、Changsa, Hsinchu, Pohang and Daejeon. Each briefing was about 10 minutes, and it has all been presented by English. Mayor Hsu indicated that Hsinchu is northern Taiwan's oldest city, notable for historic sites and abundant cultures. In order to achieve the reduction goals, the city set up a "low-carbon center" as a cross-departmental promotion organization. The action programs includes the seven dimensions on”resource recycling,” “energy conservation”, “renewable energy,” ”low-carbon construction,” “green transportation,” “green environment,” and “low-carbon life.” City’s short and long-term objectives are: Short-term: 210,838 tons CO2 reduction by 2012, and long-term: CO2 will return to half of 2000 emission levels by 2050. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu shared Hsinchu city’s experience in Mayors’ Forum 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-03 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215463 After the two-day conference, the Closing Ceremony for the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly was held in Hsinchu city tonight (3rd). During the ceremony, President Yum Hong Chu of World Technopolis Association expressed his appreciation to Hsinchu city government and its team members for their fully support and efforts in hosting the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly. He noted that this international event had been successfully end in a satisfactory way, and he really enjoyed everything in Hsinchu city during the meeting. After the touching speech, President Yum took the official flag of WTA from Mayor Hsu, and gave it to the Gliwice, a city in Poland and will host the next WTA in 2012. “Let’s meet in Poland in 2012.” President Yum said. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Closing Ceremony for the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-03 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215443 This morning (3rd), the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) Meeting was taken place at 10F of Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu, and Mayor of Daejeon Metropolitan City, Yum Hong Chul, was the host for the meeting. There were several important topics have been discussed during the meeting. A Joining Fee is still required to begin a membership, but the annual fee will be abolished. And the 8th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) will be taken place at Gliwice City, Poland. During the meeting, Mayor Yum expressed his appreciation to Hsinchu city government for their great efforts and dedication in hosting the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA). Mayor Yum believes Hsinchu city has made a great impression for all WTA members. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Hsinchu city became the Executive Committee of WTA 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-03 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215430 This morning (3rd), Mayor Hsu visited President Yum Hong Chu of World Technopolis Association. During the meeting, President Yum expressed appreciation to Hsinchu city government for their efforts and dedication in hosting the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly. On the other hand, Mayor Hsu felt sorry for the guests didn’t watching the water dance show in Green Grass Lake due to the bad weather yesterday. However, President Yum indicated that the wonderful cultural performance in the Welcome Party had made up for the regret of not seeing the water show. They were really amazed by the great music and performance, and enjoyed the warmness and friendliness of the people in Hsinchu. Lastly, President Yum also invited Mayor Hsu attend the 7th Hi-Tech Fair in Daejeon Metropolitan City this October. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu hopes to strengthen the cooperation with Daejeon Metropolitan City 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215425 Hosting by the Industrial Technology Research Institute, the 7th World Technopolis Association (WTA) International Conference was launched this afternoon (2nd). The conference was themed on “Technology Enriched Smart City”, and the discussion topics included Green Technology, Cloud Computing, Situation-Aware Technology and Healthcare Systems. During the meeting, participants were sharing their valuable insights and experience through the theme discussion. According to Mayor Hsu, he hoped to promote and strengthen the international cooperation and exchanges between WTA members through this event. The five major speeches are: “Smarter for a New Economyof Intelligent Living--How cities can (better) compete by optimizing their systems,” “Situation-Awareness Technology for a Safe and Smart City,” “Smart Growth and Health Care City,” Paradigms of Innovation and Climate Change: Connections,” and “Paradigms of Innovation and Climate Change: Connections.” -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 The 7th WTA International Conference in Industrial Technology Research Institute 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215423 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is launching in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. Today (2nd), presidents and representatives from 22 universities in 15 countries were attending the University Presidents Forum hosted by National Chiao Tung University, and more than 300 people and presidents of universities in Taiwan also joined this event together. On the other hand, along with President Eberhard Becker (World Technopolis Association), President Hong Chul Yum (WTA University Presidents Forum), and President Peter Wu (National Chiao Tung University), Mayor Hsu also attended the forum in person and gave his best wishes to express welcome to those foreign visitors and guests. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 WTA University Presidents Forum in National Chiao Tung University 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215422 In order to express Hsinchu city’s welcome to WTA (the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly) members, Hsinchu city government was originally planning to have a water dance show in the welcome party at Green Grass Lake (Ching-Tsao Lake) on September 2. Unfortunately, bad weather forced a change of plans to get everything indoors. Therefore, the welcome party was taken place at Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu. During the welcome party, Chorus of Daejeon Metropolitan City performed a famous Taiwanese song “Tien Hei Hei” to the audiences, and it has really surprised everybody. City government indicated that the water dance show will still be available until September 6th, and Mayor Hsu sincerely invites citizens to go to Green Grass Lake and enjoy the great water show. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Welcome Party of WTA was taken place at Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu. 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215411 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) is taking place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. Today (2nd), the opening Ceremony of WTA was taken place at Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu this morning (2nd). Hsinchu city government especially invited the famous hosts Kou Nai-Hsin and Dennis to be the hosts for opening ceremony of WTA. And surprisingly, all eyes were focused on the simultaneous interpreter – Peng Po-Yu. This simultaneous interpreter caught all distinguished guests’ attention. Mr. Peng Po-Yu is currently working at Hsinchu Zai Xi Elementary School as an English teacher. Mr. Peng is a well-experienced interpreter, and his outstanding performances will always leave a great impression for foreign guests. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 The best interpreter of WTA - Peng Po-Yu 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215407 The opening Ceremony of the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) was taken place at Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu this morning (2nd). Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai gave a speech and welcomed those representatives from all over the world. Mayor Hsu dedicated the “Key to the City” to Yum Hong Chul (Mayor of Daejeon Metropolitan City); Mayor Yum is also the President of the WTA. Mayor Yum indicated that WTA was founded in South Korea's Daejon in 1998; there were 23 member cities from 10 countries. And now, the WTA has grown as an international organization with 77 members from 39 countries. This year, the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is opened in Hsinchu Cty from September 1st through September 4th, and this year’s theme is “Theme- Science City’s Sustainable Development in the Era of Global Climate Change” - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu dedicated the “Key to the City” to Yum Hong Chul 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-02 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215406 Starting from today (2nd),the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is launching in Hsinchu city. At the opening ceremony, the traditional Chinese lion dance and the theme song “Seen By the Whole Wide World” performed by famous Taiwanese singer Showlen Maya greatly amazed those representatives from around the world. As for the International Songs by Daejeon City Choir, it also brought the joy and happiness to the ceremony. Lastly, the ceremony ended up with the two songs “Hsinchu Praises,” “Meatball Heart & Rice Noodle Love” chorused by National Tsing Hua University Choir and all the participants, hoping to make everyone get a better understanding of Hsinchu city and its culture through the beautiful melody. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly starts from today 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-01 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215382 he art gallery of Sun Chia-Chin is available at Hsinchu City Art Gallery &Reclamation Hall from September 1st until 5th. An opening ceremony of the art gallery was held at 2p.m. this evening (1st). Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai gave a speech during the opening ceremony, and he believed it is Hsinchu City’s honor to have Master Sun’s works to be shown in Hsinchu. Since the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4, therefore, Mayor Hsu especially invited those distinguished guests of WTA (the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly) to participate in this art event. Mayor Hsu also invited all citizens to visit this art gallery; it is a great chance to get to know more about the art of painting. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 The art gallery of Sun Chia-Chin at Hsinchu City Art Gallery &Reclamation Hall 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-09-01 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215380 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to officially launch in Hsinchu city on September 2. While attending the 22nd WTA Executive Board Meeting holding in the Hsinchu Ambassador Hotel today (1st), Mayor Hsu not only expressed his deeply gratitude to those WTA executive board members, but also expressed welcome to all the members of WTA coming to Hsinchu city and join this grand event together. On the other hand, Mayor Hsu also hoped that this international conference will be conducted smoothly and successfully in the rest three days. During the meeting, the WTA executive board introduced the agenda and schedule for this meeting, as well as the preparations for the 7th Hi-Tech Fair in Daejeon Metropolitan City this October. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 The 22nd WTA Executive Board Meeting 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-31 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215359 “This is not only the first time of holding WTA for Hsinchu city, but also the first time for Taiwan” The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. Today, Yum Hong Chul (Mayor of Daejeon Metropolitan City), Oh Deog-Seong (Secretary General for WTA), Wu Chung-Yu (Principal Wu of National Chiao Tung University), Du De-Lin (Chief Executive Officer of ITRI i236 project), and Vice President Henning from University of Costa Rica, and Mayor Hsu all attended the press conference and toppled the dominos which symbolized the image of “Taiwan-Hsinchu” as to announce WTA is officially launching in Hsinchu city. -Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 WTA is going to launch in Hsinchu city from September 1 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-31 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215357 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4, and Mayor Hsu sincerely invites mayor of Technopolis, principal of universities and colleges, scholar of research institutions, and entrepreneurs from companies, all come to Hsinchu city and join this great event together. The opening ceremony will be held at Hsinchu Ambassador Hotel on September 2 at 10:30 a.m. In the evening, there is also a Welcome Party at Green Grass Lake (Ching-Tsao Lake) at 7:30 p.m. During the party, people are welcomed to watch the great water dance show and performance. According to Mayor Hsu, hosting WTA is the greatest chance for us to introduce and promote Hsinchu city to the whole world, so everyone should grasp this opportunity to make this international conference as perfect as possible. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu welcomes WTA members coming to Hsinchu city 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-30 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215342 The head of Xiangshan District, Ke Chin-Hsiang, is going to retire on September 2nd. Today (30th), Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai dedicated a horizontal inscribed board to Mr. Ke Chin-Hsiang during the municipal conference, and thanked him for putting a lot of efforts to Xiangshan District. The Department Director of Department of Civil Affairs, Lai Zhi Xiang, indicated that the first distinguished guest of WTA (World Technopolis Association General Assembly) has arrived to Hsinchu city this morning (30th). Mayor Hsu reminded all staffs to make sure that all the relevant works are proceeding according to schedule and are well-prepared for this international event. It is very important to leave a great impression for those distinguished guests. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Several topics have been discussed during the municipal conference 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-30 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215332 In the survey conducted by the Common Health magazine based on childcare and maternity health care, Hsinchu city ranks in top five among 25 cities and counties in Taiwan in terms of “the healthiest city for fertility service.” Today (30th), Mayor Hsu noted that although Hsinchu city received excellent grades in the categories “childcare“ and “maternity health care,” he will still improve the policy and living environment with his best, making Hsinchu become the best city to have a baby. On the other hand, Mayor Hsu also promoted the local government’s policy in providing maternity allowance for women, which offers a maternity bonus of NT$15,000 for the first child, NT$20,000 for the second, and NT$25,000 for the third and subsequent children. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Hsinchu city ranks in top five “the healthiest city for fertility service” 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-29 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215283 In order to express Hsinchu city’s welcome to WTA members, there will be a water dance show in the Welcome Party at Green Grass Lake (Ching-Tsao Lake) on September 2. Starting from Today (28th), the water dance show will be rehearsing from 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. everyday, and Mayor Hsu sincerely invites citizens to go to Green Grass Lake and enjoy the great water show in advance. According to Mayor Hsu, a series of brilliant and dazzling water dance shows will display the WTA logo with water curtain, flame, fireworks, lighting and music. This certainly will be Hsinchu’s largest, most fascinating and impressive outdoor water dance show ever! -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Hsinchu city government unveils the water show for WTA at Ching-Tsao Lake 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-28 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215287 Today (28th), Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai attended the Rotary Club of Hsinchu Jhong-Yang’s National Woodball Tournament. Mayor Hsu participated in the opening ceremony and rooted for all participant. Rotary Club of Hsinchu Jhong-Yang are promoting woodball activity, and they have the full support from city government. Woodball is great for improving muscle flexibility, and it is a very helpful activity for elderly people. Mayor Hsu indicated that the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. In addion, starting from Today (28th) until Spetember 1st, the water dance show will be rehearsing from 7:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m at Green Grass Lake. Mayor Hsu invites citizens to go visit Green Grass Lake and enjoy the great water show. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu participated in the National Woodball Tournament 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-27 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215261 This morning (27th), Mayor Hsu gave an interview with ETTV's “Meet The Celebrities,” talking about the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly in Hsinchu city. According to Mayor Hsu, the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4, and more than 110 leading representatives from 36 member cities of 23 countries will for sure join this great event. In order to make a good impression on those visiting friends and guests from abroad, Mayor Hsu noted that Hsinchu city government is making the best preparation for this grand meeting, hoping to introduce and promote Hsinchu cityto the whole world by this great opportunity. The interview will be on TV on August 29 at 10:30 p.m. on ETTV. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu gave an interview on WTA with ETTV's “Meet The Celebrities” 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-26 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215236 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. Today (26th), along with the Vice President Lee of National Chiao Tung University, Director Lou from President’s Office in Industrial Technology Research Institute, and seven beautiful WTA ambassadors, Mayor Hsu demonstrated the strong determination and vision of “making Hsinchu city known worldwide” to the public. According to Mayor Hsu, more than 110 leading representatives from 36 member cities of 23 countries will for sure join this great event, and the theme for this conference will be “Science City’s Sustainable Development in the Era of Global Climate Change.” Besides the opening ceremony and the cultural tour, the other two programs, University Presidents Forum and Mayors’ Forum will be held by Industrial Technology Research Institute and National Chiao Tung University separately. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 WTA is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-26 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215228 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. And there will be a total of 103 representatives from 36 member cities of 23 countries to participate in this great international event. Today (26th), Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai, Deputy Mayor Tseng Kuo-Hsiu and Director General of Environmental Protection Bureau, Chang Chien-Tsung, together went to do the environmental inspection for WTA. Mayor Hsu stated that it is very important to leave a great impression for those foreign guests. Therefore, Hsinchu city government is trying the best to let the world see the beautiful Hsinchu. Thisis a great opportunity for Hsinchu City to host an international event like this, and it will also be a great chance to promote Hsinchu City to the whole world. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Environmental inspection for WTA 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-26 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215213 Today (26th), Hsinchu Domestic Violence Prevention Committee held the 1st meeting for its’ 5th committee members, and Mayor Hsu was the host. During the meeting, Mayor Hsu not only issued the letter of appointment to the members, but also expressed his gratitude to all the committee members for their long-term devotion and guidance for domestic violence prevention in Hsinchu city. He also hoped that all the works and tasks of Hsinchu domestic violence prevention can be promoted smoothly. By carrying out the tasks and measures, Mayor Hsu believed that the occurrence of domestic violence will be reduced. On the other hand, the authorities concerned also presented the work report of early half year of 2010 to the members during the meeting. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 The 1st meeting of Hsinchu Domestic Violence Prevention Committee 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-25 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215172 The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly (WTA) is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. It is the first time for Hsinchu city to host this kind of huge international event. There will be more than 130 volunteers to be the receptionists for airport pick-up services. Today (25th), those volunteers participated the rehearsal of pick-up services. Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai especially went to check on those volunteers and gave a speech. Mayor Hsu stated that it is a great opportunity for Hsinchu City to host an international event like this, so we will definitely try our best to leave a great impression for those foreign guests. In addition, this will be a great chance to promote Hsinchu City to the whole world. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Rehearsal of WTA airport pick-up services for volunteers 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-24 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215149 Today (24th), along with Director Lai of Department of Civil Affairs and Manager Zhong of Religion Customs Section, Mayor Hsu went to Tiangong Temple to pray for the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly, hoping this international conference in Hsinchu city will be conducted smoothly and successfully. On the other hand, Mayor Hsu also emphasized again the significance of WTA to Hsinchu city and all the citizens. According to Mayor Hsu, a total of 102 representatives from 39 member cities of 19 countries will for sure join this great event. In order to demonstrate Hsinchu city’s innovative technology as well as abundant cultural performance, Mayor Hsu indicated that Hsinchu city government is making the best preparation for this grand meeting, hoping to introduce and promote Hsinchu city to the whole world by this great opportunity. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu prayed for WTA, hoping it will be conducted smoothly and successfully 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-23 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215128 Since the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly has entered an intensive, crucial countdown stage, Hsinchu city government held the 5th executive committee meeting for WTA this morning (23rd), making sure that all the relevant works and tasks are proceeding according to schedule and are well-prepared for the grand event. According to Mayor Hsu, he really appreciated every department’s fully support and efforts in helping with WTA. He sincerely hoped that this international conference will be conducted smoothly and successfully. On the top of that, he even wished all those visiting guests and friends from abroad can enjoy their visit while attending this conference. The 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4. Accoridng to the data, so far a total of 103 representatives from 36 member cities of 23 countries will for sure join this great event. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 WTA has entered an intensive countdown stage 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-23 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215116 Today (23rd), Principal Handover ceremony for Hsinchu City East District Tungmen Primary School was taken place at teacher learning center. Department of Education’s Bureau Chief Jiang Wei Min was represented for Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai to issue the letter of appointment to Principal Huang Mei-Hung. Bureau Chief Jiang indicated that he did some research on internet about what is the definition of good principal for American kids. Those are data that he has collected from internet: thoughtful, encouraging, fair and reasonable, fun, punctual, story sharing…etc. Bureau Chief Jiang encouraged Principal Huang to continue to work hard as the former PrincipalSung Lung-Wen, and advised her that it is very important to have the good communication with teachers and parents. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Principal Handover ceremony for Hsinchu City East Dist. Tungmen Primary School 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-22 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215109 Today (22nd), Hsinchu Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai held the broom and cleaned up Ren-Ai Street. Director of Bureau of Enviromental Protection, Chang Chien-Tsung, along with Deputy Mayor Tseng Kuo-Hsiu and over 800 citizens also participated in the street cleaning activity this morning. Since the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly is going to take place in Hsinchu city from September 1 to 4, and there will be a total of 102 representatives from 39 member cities of 19 countries will join this great international event. Therefore, Hsinchu city is working hard to try our best to leave a great impression for those foreign guests. Moreover, this will definitely be a great chance for Hsinchu city to promote this beautiful city the whole world. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Clean up the environment and get ready for WTA 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-21 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215108 This morning (21st), Mayor Hsu and several representatives such as Legislator Lu, Councilor Wu, Councilor Xiao, Councilor Yu, Councilor Zhen and other leaders of local communities all attended a seminar about the economic cooperation framework agreement (ECFA) with China, In the speech, Mayor Hsu stressed Taiwan has no option but to sign an economic cooperation framework agreement (ECFA) with China as the first step to remain competitive in the world market as the economic globalization continues relentlessly. He noted that the signing of the landmark cross-strait trade pact shows that Taiwan and China can interact cooperatively and that therefore, peace and prosperity between both sides are also achievable. He also added that ECFA is meaningful because it can make Taiwan more internationalized, institutionalized and can avoid marginalization. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu attended a seminar about the ECFA 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-20 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215110 Today (20th), Mayor Hsu gave an interview with Unique Satellite TV’s “Elites and Their Visions,” talking about the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly in Hsinchu city. According to Mayor Hsu, he noted that a total of 102 representatives from 39 member cities of 19 countries will for sure join this great event. In order to demonstrate Hsinchu city’s innovative technology as well as traditional cultures, Mayor Hsu indicated that Hsinchu city government is making the best preparation for this grand meeting, hoping to make a good impression on those visiting friends and guests from abroad and even introduce and promote Hsinchu city to the whole world by this great opportunity. The interview will be on TV on August 29 at 17:30 on Unique Satellite TV. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu gave an interview with Unique Satellite TV’s Elites and Their Visions 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-19 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215064 This afternoon (19th), the Business Director Su and Account Manager Wang from Kingston Technology Company, Inc. went to Hsinchu city and visited Mayor Hsu. After the meeting, at the donation ceremony held at the city hall gallery, the Business Director Su on behalf of Kingston donated 2GB SD Memory Cards with WTA logo to Hsinchu city, hoping those visiting friends and guests of the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly can bring home their beautiful memories about Hsinchu city by saving them in the Memory Cards. Mayor expressed his gratitude to Kingston Technology Company, Inc. for their fully support to WTA. He also indicated that a total of 102 representatives from 39 member cities of 19 countries will for sure join this great event from September 1 to 4. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Kingston donated 2GB SD Memory Cards with WTA logo to WTA members 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-18 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215034 Today (18th), Tzu Chi Foundation – Hsinchu Branch’s Master Wang Meng-Yun along with others visited Hsinchu Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai and invited him to participate the auspicious blessing ceremony on August 21st. Mayor Hsu quickly agreed without any hesitations. He assured all efforts from Tzu Chi Foundation for promoting “1.53 – Five Changes Per Day”. Those five changes indicated “Vegetarian Food, Water Saving, Power Saving, Use Environment Friendly Products (Chopsticks, Bowl, Cup), and Change Transport Mode Choice”. Mayor Hsu couldn’t agree more with that idea, and he already started to demonstrate it by himself to encourage all Hsinchu citizens to maintain the environment together. Global warming is a serious condition that affects our planet, and it’s important to be aware of the human causes of global warming in order to prevent additional global warming from occurring. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu was invited to participate in auspicious blessing ceremony 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-18 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215012 The World Alzheimer’s Day falls on September 21. This morning (21st), at the press conference for World Alzheimer’s Day, Mayor Hsu expressed gratitude to Hsinchu Catholic Social Service Center, Old Five Old Foundation, and Taiwan Alzheimer’s Disease Association for their effort in raising awareness of dementia and improving service provision for people with dementia and their carers. According to Mayor Hsu, Alzheimer’s is a disease that commonly targets senior citizens. He encouraged everyone to pay more attention to their loved ones – especially the elderly; early diagnoses allow early treatment. In addition, regular exercising also helps to keep dementia at bay. Mayor Hsu reminded the public that if they see middle-aged family members showing signs of memory lapse, mood disorder, and personality changes, they should look for medical assistance as soon as possible. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu attended the press conference for World Alzheimer's Day Event 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-17 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=215007 This morning (15th), Mayor Hsu gave an interview with ERA Channel's “Innovative Era,” talking about the 7th World Technopolis Association General Assembly in Hsinchu city. According to Mayor Hsu, he indicated that a total of 102 representatives from 39 member cities of 19 countries will for sure join this great event. In order to demonstrate Hsinchu city’s strong determination and vision of being a “city of technological culture” and make a good impression on those visiting friends and guests, Mayor Hsu noted that Hsinchu city government is making the best preparation for this grand meeting, hoping to introduce and promote Hsinchu city to the whole world by this great opportunity. The interview will be on TV on August 21 at 10 p.m. on ERA channel. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu gave an interview on WTA with ERA Channel's “Innovative Era” 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-17 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214983 The pre-camp farewell seminar for Hsinchu City’s Army Echelon 2096 was held today at City Auditorium this morning (17th). Chief Secretary to the Mayor of Hsinchu City Government, Yang Yuan-Hsun, represented for Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai to attend the seminar and gave a speech. He wanted everyone to feel relieved that the Military Training is now being humanized and rationalized. Chief Secretary Yang emphasized military discipline is the key, and so is safety. Hopefully, all draftees can go to the camp happily and can come home safely as well. Chief Secretary Yang stated that by joining the army, it’s a great chance for boys to transform to a man. And it is normal for draftees and parents to feel nervous. However, all draftees and parents should feel relieved because the City will treat all draftees as their own children or family members. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 The pre-camp farewell seminar for Hsinchu City’s Army Echelon 2096 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-16 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214957 Today (16th), one of the series event of Chinese Valentine’s Day celebration, the coming-of-age ceremony was held at Chulian Temple, and Mayor Hsu, Acting Director Lin of Cultural Affairs Bureau, and other guests were all invited to witness the ceremony. Although “night of the seventh” is known as Chinese Valentine’s Day, it also marks the time to celebrate the children's arrival at adulthood on the birthday of Chiniangma, who are viewed as protectors of children. During the ceremony of “turning 16”, the children have to pass under a miniature Chiniangma pagoda made of bamboo and paper, which is held up high by their parents, as a ritual passage to adulthood. After that, the pagoda will be burned for dedicating to Chiniangma as saying goodbye to their childhood years. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 A coming-of-age ceremony held by Chulian Temple 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-15 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214922 Today (15th), Hsinchu City Empathy and Care Association for New Immigrant Women hosted a parent-and-child karaoke event for new immigrants and their family members, and there were over 100 people from new immigrant families participating in this activity. Through this activity, Mayor Hsu hoped that those new immigrant families are able to know more each other and thus enhance the interaction between children and parents. Besides expressing welcome those new immigrants to become members of Hsinchu city, Mayor Hsu also indicated that both Department of Civil Affairs and National Immigration Agency Hsinchu City Service Center can help new immigrants with livelihood, medical service, schooling, and other general works of service and care. If they have problems, they can go to these two places to seek for help. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 Empathy and Care Association for New Immigrant Women hosted a karaoke event 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-14 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214924 Today (14th), the 2010 “Energetic Tiger – Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli Career and Job Fair” was taken place at Hsinchu Municipal Stadium. Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai and Legislator Lu Hsueh-Chang along with other visited the event and wished all job seekers could find the right job in this job fair. There were at least more than 40 employers with booths set up for those job seekers and approximately over 4,572 job opportunities were available in this job fair. Those job seekers were able to access one-stop shopping for a new job. Director of Hsinchu City Labor Affairs Bureau, Lu Yung-Liang, indicated that there will also be some job related booths (For example: Professional Training Resource Area, Professional Counseling area…etc) available for those job seekers. For further information about the 2010 “Energetic Tiger – Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli Career and Job Fair” this event, please contact Hsinchu. E.S.S. at 03-5343011 or 0800-777888. You can also go visit Employment Service Center, Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Region, BEVT, CLA’s website at tpesa.evta.gov.tw or www.ejob.gov.tw. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu visited the 2010 Energetic Tiger Career and Job Fair 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-13 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214895 The third field services training seminar for Hsinchu City’s Substitute Services Draftees in year 2010 was hosted in National Hsinchu Commercial and Vocational High School today (13th). There were a total of 92 services draftees attended this seminar. In the morning, all the draftees were doing clothing inspection and basic training. Mayor Hsu Mint-Tsai also attempted the field services training seminar and encouraged all draftees to follow the disciplines and assist others in the work field. Many draftees have professional expertise in their current working field. Therefore, they could develop their skills with colleagues during their serving period, and it would help them to build up some precious working experiences for the future. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 3rd in service training seminar for Hsinchu City’s Substitute Services Draftees 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-12 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214877 Legislator Lu Hsueh-Chang and Department of Transportation’s Vice-Minister Chen Wei-Jen along with others visited Ministry of Transportation and Communications Today (12th). They hoped to get some thoughts on organizational transformation and some major construction cases of transportation in Hsinchu city. Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai also attempted the meeting. He was actively seeking the support from Ministry of Transportation and Communication for Hsinchu City to get the right of hosting Taiwan Lantern Festival in the year after next year. In addition, Mayor Hsu also sought the support about the underground project of Hsinchu Train Station. Mayor Hsu indicated that the priority task of long term plan is to implement the underground project for connecting the area behind and in front the train station. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu sought the support from Ministry of Transportation and Communications 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-12 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214875 To celebrate the coming Chinese Valentine’s Day, Hsinchu city government is going to plan a series of Valentine’s Day celebration event on August 16th. According to Confidential Secretary Yang, Hsinchu city government will invite famous dancers and rock band groups to perform on the stage. Besides the singing performances, the event will also feature the Coming-of-Age ceremony for 16-years-old at Chulian Temple. Today (12th), at the press conference for the event, the Confidential Secretary Yang on behalf of Mayor Hsu sincerely invites people around Taiwan to come to Hsinchu city. Here, people are welcomed to enjoy delicious local cuisine, watch great performance, appreciate the beauty of glass arts, and most importantly, join this event to celebrate the Chinese Valentine’s Day with beloved ones. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 A series of Chinese Valentine’s Day celebration event on August 16th 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-11 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214846 Today, the “2010 National Hakka Food Culinary Competition” was held at the plaza in Tianhou Temple on Ximen Street, and total of 52 Hakka groups and communities from all over the place were all attended this culinary contest to contend for the prize of three famous Hakka cuisine-Creative Hakka Food, Hakka Dessert, and Pork Intestines with Ginger. On behalf of Mayor Hsu, Deputy Mayor Tseng attended the opening ceremony for this national culinary contest. According to Deputy Mayor Tseng, Hakka food represents the hard work and thrifty nature of the Hakka people. The food tastes very natural as there is very little seasoning and no artificial flavoring added to it. In other words, Hakka food is simple but very healthy and tasty. Therefore, besides the recent policy of going vegetarian one day a week, Deputy Mayor Tseng suggested the public can try more Hakka food in their daily life. -Translated by Howard Lee 新竹市外國人中心 2010 National Hakka Food Culinary Competition 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-11 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214843 The 2010 “Energetic Tiger – Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli Career and Job Fair” is scheduled to take place on August 14th at Hsinchu Municipal Stadium. There will at least be more than 40 employers with booths set up for those job seekers and approximately over 4,572 job opportunities are available in this job fair. Those job seekers are able to access one-stop shopping for a new job. Director of Hsinchu City Labor Affairs Bureau, Lu Yung-Liang, indicated that there will also be some job related booths (For example: Professional Training Resource Area, Professional Counseling area…etc) available for those job seekers. For further information about the 2010 “Energetic Tiger – Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli Career and Job Fair” this event, please contact Hsinchu. E.S.S. at 03-5343011 or 0800-777888. You can also go visit Employment Service Center, Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Region, BEVT, CLA’s website at tpesa.evta.gov.tw or www.ejob.gov.tw. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 The 2010 “Energetic Tiger – Taoyuan-Hsinchu-Miaoli Career and Job Fair” 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-08-10 http://en.hccg.gov.tw/web/News?command=showDetail&postId=214834 Today (10th), Hsinchu City Mayor Hsu Ming-Tsai invited Delta Electronic, Inc. to demonstrate the guidance about how to transform Hsinchu City into the green energy city by using low carbon policy. Mayor Hsu indicated that city government is looking for the chance to cooperate with technology industry in the future to develop green energy resources, so we can efficiently save energy, reduce carbon, and create the green energy technology city. Mayor Hsu has been actively worked on the target of making Hsinchu City transform to a low carbon and green energy city. Director of Delta Electronic, Inc., Chou Chih-Hung, agreed on what city government is doing and believed they are going in the right direction. - Translated by Davis Huang 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu invited Delta Electronic, Inc. to share thoughts about green city 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2010-05-06 http://foreigner.hccg.gov.tw/ch/home.jsp?mserno=200807280021&serno=200807280021&menudata=ChineseMenu&contlink=ap/activities_view.jsp&dataserno=201005060001 About one month ago, the three young men (Bruce Tsai, Davis Huang, and Howard Lee) serving alternative military service in Hsinchu Foreigner Assistance Center had helped a foreigner teacher out with her job and visa issues. The teacher was incredibly grateful for all of their help, so she wrote a letter to Mayor Hsu, expressing her great appreciation to Hsinchu City Government for providing such a great center to foreigner who runs into difficulties. Today (6th), Mayor Hsu particularly made a schedule to meet the three dedicated substitute servicemen and rewarded them for their caring commitment and positive attitudes. During the meeting, Mayor Hsu not only expressed appreciation for their contributions in developing successful diplomacy with foreigners for Taiwan and Hsinchu city, but also expected the three substitute servicemen to help improve our government employees’ English conversation skill with their excellent command of English. Located at No. 107 Zhong Yang Road in Hsinchu City, the Hsinchu Foreigner Assistance Center is a consultancy office dedicated to helping international visitors and foreign immigrants solve problems they encounter in Taiwan. People are highly advised to come by the center in person or visit the website. http://foreigner.hccg.gov.tw/ 新竹市外國人中心 Mayor Hsu met the young men serving in HFAC 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心 2009-06-23 http://foreigner.hccg.gov.tw/ch/home.jsp?mserno=200807280021&serno=200807280021&menudata=ChineseMenu&contlink=ap/activities_view.jsp&dataserno=200906230002 The Association of Industries in Science Parks held a seminar to promote green-tech industries on May 19, 2009 and invited staff of the Bureau of Energy, Ministry of Economic Affairs to present relevant encouragement policies available at present. A number of Park tenants attended the seminar and showed their products. Participants of the seminar also changed views on green-tech product applications, marketing, and potential technology development trends. 新竹市外國人中心 The Association of Industries in Science Parks Hel 消息 中文 新竹市外國人中心