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      News from France about the low-priced meals for all university students, not only for those with low incomes. Several students had gone without food because of financial problems. 

      In Taiwan, compulsory education from elementary school to high school amounts to nine years. After high school, children reach adulthood at 18. Their parents' opinions are a reference for the prospect of the future, going to a domestic university or college, or going abroad to study, or going to work. Some males accept compulsory military service.

      After high school, work helps save enough money to avoid debt during university years, reducing the pressure of living. Then, paying tuition to study can be considered.

      If the university's meal premium is paid by the government, it adds to the financial pressure on taxpayers and the government. And the policy might not be considered in Taiwan.

      The fertility rate is getting low, which might reduce the university's income.  Purchasing meals and groceries with a student ID, checking at the cashier. The university offers a lower price than the market, which might help with premium living expenses.

Location: 台灣

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