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Taiwan opposition blocks cabinet’s defense spending bill
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan sees KMT and TPP advance a defense act draft, blocking the Executive Yuan’s version. The TPP’s proposal includes a NT$400 billion cap for defense procurement.2026/01/30 16:09 -

Opposition proposes televised budget debates in parliament
Premier Cho Jung-tai calls for a debate on Taiwan’s budget bill, sparking a proposal for televised debates by the KMT. The Legislative Yuan reviews the plan.2026/01/23 22:00 -

Taiwan legislators reject defense budget for sixth time
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan blocked a defense budget plan aimed at strengthening resilience. The Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party opposed it, citing pay raise issues.2026/01/09 18:00 -

Taiwan opposition proposes priority review for key budgets
The Kuomintang plans to propose a motion in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan to prioritize projects like the TPASS commuter pass and maternity benefits. The budget impasse affects 1.028 million commuters, with NT$299.2 billion unapproved for 2026.2026/01/09 14:00 -

KMT, TPP push for President Lai’s report on defense budget
President Lai’s NT$1.25 trillion defense budget proposal faces scrutiny from KMT and TPP, urging a national intelligence report. Legislative Yuan debates its impact on Taiwan’s economy.2025/12/12 22:00 -

Taiwan government defies parliament over budget allocation
Premier Cho Jung-tai criticized the Legislative Yuan’s rejection of the Executive Yuan’s veto proposal, calling the process undemocratic. The Executive Yuan vows to clarify errors in the Financial Allocation Act to ensure public awareness.2025/12/05 16:18 -

Taiwan’s defense budget sparks Ukrainization debate
Taiwan’s defense budget proposal sparks debate, with a 186.2% increase over nine years. Concerns arise over potential ’Ukrainization’ and budget allocation.2025/12/03 12:00 -

Taiwan city council erupts over proposed cash distribution
Taichung City Council’s special session saw a clash between KMT and DPP over a proposal to distribute NT$50,000 to residents. DPP’s Wang Li-jen urged the city to return funds, while Mayor Lu Shiow-yen highlighted budget constraints. The session ended in a tense standoff.2025/09/15 18:01 -

Taiwan chooses defense spending over citizen cash gifts
Premier Cho Jung-tai addresses Taiwan’s challenges, opposing universal cash distribution. He advocates for targeted aid and prioritizes security amid geopolitical tensions.2025/04/24 14:53 -

Premier Cho invites talks on KMT’s cash relief proposal
Premier Cho Jung-tai invites discussion on the KMT’s cash relief policy to counter U.S. tariffs. The plan includes NT$10,000 per person and a NT$200 billion budget.2025/04/11 23:00 -

Earthquake prompts debate on digital affairs budget cuts
An earthquake in Chiayi and Tainan has fueled debate over the Kuomintang’s proposal to cut the Ministry of Digital Affairs’ budget. Legislator Chen Yu-jen clarified that cuts target operational expenses, not communication. She assured access to contingency funds during disasters. The debate continues as citizens await the impact on disaster response.2025/01/21 11:46 -

Taiwan’s MODA warns budget cuts risk internet security
The Ministry of Digital Affairs warns that proposed budget cuts could harm Taiwan’s internet security. Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu will discuss the 2025 budget.2025/01/15 09:18 -

DPP’s 2025 budget proposal fails for fifth time
The DPP’s 2025 budget proposal stalled in Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan for the fifth time, with 49 votes in favor and 58 against. Premier Cho Jung-tai may seek a constitutional interpretation if the deadlock persists.2024/10/18 15:41



