Taiwan to raise social welfare allowances, pension payouts for farmers

The Cabinet on Thursday approved a NT$131.38 billion (US$4.11 billion) budget to raise the allowances received by individuals on social welfare programs, while the monthly pension payout for farmers who are 65 years old or above will also be increased.

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