Mayor’s Remarks:
1. The National Middle School Athletic Games officially opened on April 19. The opening ceremony and performances were a great success, receiving positive feedback from President Lai, central government officials, the Ministry of Education, the Sports Administration, attending officials from various counties and cities, as well as all athletes and coaches. We sincerely thank all bureaus and departments for their efforts. Athletes representing Tainan City have already achieved outstanding results in various competitions. The Sports Bureau is requested to issue press releases in a timely manner to highlight these achievements and offer appropriate encouragement to the athletes. The Police Bureau is asked to maintain order around the competition venues and ensure safety at outdoor events. The Environmental Protection Bureau is asked to strengthen sanitation at the venues to uphold the city’s image. The public is warmly invited to attend and cheer on the athletes.
2. The Executive Yuan has announced the latest industry support plan. The Economic Development Bureau, Agriculture Bureau, and other relevant departments are urged to assist local businesses quickly in accessing central government resources to mitigate the impact of U.S. tariff policies. Efforts should also be made to diversify and expand international markets for Tainan products. Last week, the Legislative Yuan passed the third reading of the amendment to the Statute for Industrial Innovation, adding energy conservation, carbon reduction, and artificial intelligence as eligible items for investment tax credits. The Economic Development Bureau is asked to monitor the implementation of these new regulations and support the development of innovative industries.
3. The Agriculture Bureau is requested to expedite the application process for the reconstruction of the longan roasting kiln.