Reported about 1 year ago
According to the Tobacco Hazard Prevention Act, Taipei City announced outdoor smoking bans in areas such as school perimeters, parks, sidewalks, and convenience store entrances. The percentage of fines issued to non-citizens in Taipei has risen from 0.1% in 2020 to 14% by the end of May this year, while in New Taipei the percentage is around 0.6%. The health authorities in both cities attribute the increase in fines to the lack of clear signage in foreign languages at banned smoking locations, such as around Taipei Main Station and the Ximending MRT station exit. Non-compliance fines can range from 10,000 to 50,000 NTD, with authorities pledging to conduct regular inspections.
Source: YAHOO