1. Taiwan, Japan agree on new fishing rules in waters near Yaeyama Islands

Taiwanese fishing vessels face sanctions if their gear drifts 124 degrees three minutes east longitude eastward while operating in waters north of Japan's Yaeyama Islands, according to the latest agreement between Taipei and Tokyo.In a press release issued on Friday, Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said that during bilateral talks held in Tokyo earlier this week, both sides agreed to implement measures to prevent the gear of Taiwanese fishing vessels drifting 124 degrees three minutes east longitude eastward when operating in waters north of the Yaeyama Islands.

2. Abundant Supply of Agricultural and Fishery Products for the Chinese New Year

The Lunar New Year is an important family reunion holiday in Taiwan, during which people purchase goods for the festival, give gifts, make offerings, and gather with family and friends, all of which increase the demand for agricultural products such as fruits, vegetables, fish, meat, and flowers. To ensure sufficient supply for the holiday season, the Ministry of Agriculture has assessed the supply status of agricultural, fishery, and livestock products before the festival and has made appropriate plans and adjustments to ensure that the public can smoothly purchase the necessary ingredients. Overall, the supply of related agricultural products during this year's Spring Festival is abundant, and the public can shop with confidence.