TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Kuomintang (KMT) Chairman Eric Chu voiced his support for KMT presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih on Monday (Aug. 28) following business tycoon Terry Gou's presidential bid announcement earlier today.
Gou will join the competition with Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te, KMT's Hou Yu-ih, and Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Ko Wen-je in an intensifying four-way battle.
In response to Gou's announcement, Chu expressed his unwavering support for Hou, posting a picture of himself alongside the New Taipei City with words of affirmation, confirming the chairman's strong support for his candidate in the upcoming election battle, regardless of Gou's decision to run.
Observers believe this presidential race will be one of the most fiercely contested in recent history due to the high-profile candidates and their diverse backgrounds. The announcement has significantly amplified the intensity of the election battle.
