Mayor’s Remarks:
1. This Thursday, November 20th, marks World Children’s Day. In conjunction, the President has announced the establishment of the Children and Families Administration. Tainan City has long been committed to advancing children's rights, with initiatives including the expansion of quasi-public educare services, the provision of temporary and nighttime childcare, an emphasis on health and nutrition in school education, and the installation of inclusive play facilities in parks. Relevant bureaus are instructed to expedite the development of parent–child centers and featured playgrounds. While the city government spares no effort in enhancing both programmatic and physical infrastructure, as well as expanding educational opportunities for children, incidents of child abuse and gender-based violence still occur. Relevant bureaus and departments are urged to strengthen facilities and policies further to protect children's rights. In the event of such incidents, a prompt and serious response is essential. Victims must be provided with immediate protection, and perpetrators must be subject to legal action and penalties in accordance with the law.
2. The Beigang Mazu’s procession through southern cities is currently passing through 17 administrative districts in Tainan and will continue until November 23rd. The Civil Affairs Bureau is tasked with assisting Beigang Chaotian Temple and participating temples in completing the pilgrimage procession according to schedule. In addition, the bureau must strengthen oversight to ensure that all temples comply with relevant laws and regulations, strictly prohibiting any actions that damage the environment or disturb the peace of local communities at night to safeguard residents’ quality of life.
3. Regarding the “Expanded Marketing Strategy for Integrating the NT$10,000 Universal Cash Handout with the Shopping Festival,” the Economic Development Bureau is requested to include the International Travel Fair as part of the Shopping Festival activities.