ROAD SAFETY / Taiwan imposes harsher traffic rules to curb risky driving

Drivers caught driving recklessly on freeways will face a fine of up to NT$36,000 (US$1,182), up from the current maximum penalty of NT$24,000, as Taiwan's Legislature on Friday adopted a slew of stricter traffic rules to improve road safety.

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