Major’s Remarks:
1. At present, winter-related illnesses continue to emerge in multiple countries across Europe, America, and Asia. This year has seen the resurgence of both type A influenza and COVID-19. In Taiwan, the vaccination rate for the type A influenza vaccine is exceptionally high, with Tainan city boasting a vaccination rate exceeding 98%. Thanks to the concerted efforts to promote COVID-19 vaccination, citizens have actively begun receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. Although Novavax COVID-19 vaccines are currently in short supply, alternative options from various brands remain readily available. We urge all bureaus and departments to intensify their promotional campaigns aimed at boosting vaccination rates. Last year, more than 300 citizens lost their lives due to COVID-19, while this year, there has been only one reported death. We strongly encourage citizens to prioritize their health and get vaccinated as soon as possible. Furthermore, due to the emergence of type B influenza cases in China, we kindly request citizens to maintain vigilant personal hygiene and adhere to epidemic prevention measures when visiting public places. Certain outpatient clinics in our city will operate for patient services and vaccinations on Chinese New Year's Eve, as well as the first and second days of the Chinese New Year. We call upon the Health Bureau to collaborate with local medical facilities to maximize vaccination rates in the city before the Chinese New Year festivities commence.
2. The Lioujia Bald Cypress Season festivities are scheduled for this week and are anticipated to draw a significant number of tourists throughout the next month. We kindly ask the Civil Affairs Bureau to collaborate with the Lioujia District Office in organizing parking arrangements and ensuring environmental cleanliness. Furthermore, we request the Tourism and Travel Bureau to assist in designing a tour itinerary that connects the various nearby attractions and create travel leaflets that tourists can readily request. Lastly, we urge the relevant bureaus and departments to develop plans that accommodate smallholder farmers and market stalls as part of this event.
3. While the quantity of preserved date jujubes produced in this city may be limited, their quality is exceptionally high. We kindly request the Agriculture Bureau to enhance marketing efforts for agricultural products.