acknowledge the right to education for all individuals. To fully realize this right, it is essential that secondary education, including technical and vocational options, is made available and accessible through all appropriate means, mainly through the gradual implementation of free education. 2. Articles 1 and 2 of the ICERD and General Recommendation No. 30 from the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) emphasize that contracting states must refrain from discrimination based on race, color, descent, or national or ethnic origin. Any differential treatment by the government must be substantiated by legitimate, reasonable, and necessary justifications. Furthermore, adequate measures must be taken to amend, abolish, or invalidate any laws or regulations that could result in racial discrimination—wherever they may exist. 3. Article 5 of the ICERD stipulates that, in compliance with the basic obligations outlined in Article 2 of Taiwan’s Constitution, the state commits to prohibiting and eliminating racial discrimination in all its forms. They must ensure that every individual, without distinction based on race, color, or national or ethnic origin, enjoys equality before the law, particularly concerning the following rights: (d) Economic, social, and cultural rights, especially: (5) The right to education and training. 4. Article 28 of the (CRC) and Paragraph 59 of General Comment No. 23 of the CRC Committee emphasize that children have the right to education. The exercise of this right must be based on the principle of equal opportunity, including children with an international migrant background. ii. Relevant Domestic Laws 1. Articles 7, 21, 23, and 159 of Taiwan’s Constitution. 2. Article 8, Paragraph 2 of the Educational Fundamental Act stipulates that 4