MOTC to standardize pedestrian signalsBy Wu Liang-yi and Hollie Younger / Staff reporter, with staff writerThe Ministry of Transportations and Communications (MOTC) today said it is to standardize pedestrian signals nationwide instead of abolishing the "little green man" signal. Pedestrians cross the road on a green signal in Taipei in an undated photograph. Photo: Taipei TimesThe ministry yesterday announced amendments to Article 207 of the Regulations on Establishing Traffic Signs and Indicating Lines (道路交通標誌標線號誌設置規則) that would clarify the meaning of a flashing green pedestrian signal. According to Article 207 of the regulations, a steady green pedestrian signal indicates that pedestrians may cross, while a flashing green light means the remaining time is short. Contravening the regulations can result in a fine of NT$500 under Article 78 of the Road Traffic Management and Penalty Act (道路交通管理處罰條例).

Source: Taipei Times March 12, 2026 09:48 UTC