Mayor’s Remarks:
1. The Lunar New Year holiday has ended, and all agencies have resumed operations today (February 15th). Let's maintain our commitment to serving the citizens with excellence.
2. Taiwan is currently experiencing a high incidence of respiratory infectious diseases, including COVID-19 and influenza. During the Lunar New Year holiday, there had been a significant influx of travelers from the north to the south. The Public Health Bureau is urged to maintain cooperation with the relevant bureaus and departments to promote various vaccination campaigns. Tainan City's COVID-19 vaccination rates for the entire population, as well as for individuals aged over 65, have ranked the highest among the six special municipalities and surpassed the national average. It is essential for all bureaus and departments to continue their efforts to achieve herd immunity. Additionally, it is crucial to advocate for mask-wearing in enclosed spaces or crowded areas and encourage the adoption of effective preventive measures.
3. The Taiwan High-Speed Rail (THSR) Display Zone of the Lantern Festival is scheduled to open on February 24, coinciding with the Taiwan International Orchid Show and World Orchid Conference. The Agricultural Bureau is urged to bolster publicity efforts for activities in both the Houbi and THSR exhibition zones. By integrating transportation links, nearby events, and tourism information, our goal is to draw more visitors to Tainan. This initiative aims to encourage greater visitation to Tainan and enhance the understanding of advancements in the orchid industry, municipal infrastructure development, and local tourist attractions.