Why is Taiwan so exposed to earthquakes and so well prepared to withstand them?

A 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Taiwan on a bustling Wednesday morning, marking the island's strongest seismic event in 25 years. While it caused significant disturbance, including over 1,000 injuries and nine fatalities, the capital city of Taipei experienced minimal damage. Rescue operations focused on locating missing individuals, including 42 hotel workers en route to Taroko Gorge National Park.