DPP reportedly planning to announce Lai-Hsiao pairing soon

TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is reportedly planning to announce next Monday (Nov. 20) its electoral team pairing Lai Ching-te and Representative to the United States Hsiao Bi-khim, in the 2024 election.

After the duo registered with the Central Election Commission, Hsiao is slated to travel to Hualien for a campaign rally, and the establishment of the campaign headquarters next Sunday, according to the media report.

Having worked in the region for a decade, and running in the local elections thrice in the past, Hsiao holds a special connection with Hualien.

The report further indicated that a flurry of activity is currently seen in Hsiao's office as it undergoes urgent renovations.

Meanwhile, the DPP's Central Executive Committee and campaign headquarters have reportedly been receiving numerous inquiries, as many legislative candidates have expressed interest in having Hsiao lend her weight to their campaign and endorse them.