Currently foreigners must renounce original citizenship to be naturalized as Taiwanese

Law revision makes it easier for 'outstanding foreign individuals' to be naturalized

Elite athletes can also qualify as 'high-level professionals' who can avoid renouncing citizenship

Interior minister voices support for proposal

Amendments also ease naturalization process for stateless children living in Taiwan

Doctor fears potential abuse of health insurance, says change will put pressure on healthcare system

Hou also wants Basic Law for Immigrants

Bill will also facilitate application naturalization process for stateless children living in Taiwan

253 foreigners approved under program since change in Nationality Act

Davis 'not happy' about discrimination, reveals he considered retirement if listed as 'foreigner'