August 04, 2003

(CPOD) Aug. 4, 2003 - Most Taiwanese citizens support their government, according to a poll by the Cabinet's Research, Development and Evaluation Commission. 45 per cent of respondents are satisfied with their current administration.

The government's performance in environmental protection is seen favorably by 76 per cent of respondents. A law introduced this year bans the distribution of plastic bags in supermarkets, and disposable cutlery in restaurants. The government is also responsible for new regulations regarding water pollution.

Conversely, the administration's education reform is condemned by 68.2 per cent of respondents. High tuition fees and a new system for university admission have not been popular among the public.

Polling Data

Are you satisfied or dissatisfied with the Taiwanese government?

Satisfied	45%
Dissatisfied	35%

What efforts by the current government are you most satisfied with?
(All mentions)

Environmental protection	76%
Medical, hygiene areas	63%
Safeguarding human rights	61%

What efforts by the current government are you most dissatisfied with?
(All mentions)

Educational reforms	68.2%
Economic performance	63.2%
Social security	46.3%

Source: Cabinet's Research, Development and Evaluation Commission
Methodology: Telephone interviews to 1,086 Taiwanese adults, conducted from Jun. 23 to Jul. 24, 2003. No margin of error was provided.

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