Agency allocates NT$90 million for tourism educationStaff writer, with CNAThe Tourism Administration has budgeted NT$90 million (US$2.82 million) to fund tour operators and tourism associations nationwide to host educational sessions for tourism professionals and develop e-commerce management systems. The funding is part of the agency’s initiative to upgrade the digital capabilities and service quality of the travel industry, while also helping tourism operators obtain sustainability certifications. The educational sessions should focus on improving tourism service quality, marketing skills, digital capabilities, travel safety and protection, as well as other related issues, the agency said. The Tourism Administration estimates that the budget could support about 50 educational sessions. Part of the funding would also subsidize tour operators’ performance bond insurance premiums, capped at NT$10,000 for operators and NT$2,500 for their branch offices.

Source: Taipei Times March 16, 2026 16:38 UTC