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On July 3, 2024, FTNN News reported that in order to realize President Lai Ching-te's 'Billion Cancer New Drug Fund' policy, the Ministry of Health and Welfare is considering imposing a 'liquor health welfare donation' as a special revenue source. When asked if she was informed, Finance Minister Chuang Tsui-yun admitted that she only found out about this from news reports and will discuss further with the Ministry of Health and Welfare. Legislators expressed concerns over the potential societal impact of such a major change and emphasized the need for careful consideration and detailed discussions on related regulations.
Source: YAHOO