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High court overturns bail ruling for Ko Wen-je scandal
Taiwan High Court revoked bail for former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je and city councilor in Core Pacific City corruption case. Court cited witness contact violations, overturning NT$70 million bail ruling and remanding case for reconsideration.
2025/09/12 16:01
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Ko Wen-je probe resumes day after massive bail posted
The Taipei District Court resumes the Core Pacific City trial, with former Mayor Ko Wen-je testifying. Key witness Hsu Kuo-cheng’s testimony may impact Ko’s case.
2025/09/09 10:49
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Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je erupts in court
Taipei District Court continues the Core Pacific City scandal hearing, with former TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je expressing anger over his detention and legal proceedings.
2025/08/07 16:21
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Taipei court to hold third hearing in Ko Wen-je case
The Taipei District Court will hold a third detention hearing on Jan. 2 for former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je and others involved in the Core Pacific City scandal.
2025/01/02 12:10
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Presidential office respects judicial process, stays neutral
Taiwan’s Presidential Office respects the judicial process in the case against ex-Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, charged with corruption. The court will decide on detention.
2024/12/27 14:22
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Prosecutors seek 28-year sentence for TPP Chair Ko Wen-je
Taipei prosecutors seek a 28-year sentence for ex-Mayor Ko Wen-je, accusing him of bribery and embezzlement. The high-profile case now heads to trial.
2024/12/26 10:33
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Taipei prosecutors to indict Ko and 10 others Thursday
Taipei prosecutors plan to indict Ko Wen-je and 10 others for corruption linked to Core Pacific City. The case underscores Taiwan’s fight against political corruption.
2024/12/25 16:05
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Taipei court extends Ko Wen-je’s detention by two months
The Taipei District Court extended former Mayor Ko Wen-je’s detention for two months over alleged bribery in the Core Pacific City case. Key figures remain unexamined.
2024/11/01 17:26
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Taipei court to decide on Ko’s detention on Friday
The Taipei District Court will decide on Nov. 1 whether to extend former Mayor Ko Wen-je’s detention in the Core Pacific City corruption case. Prosecutors allege Ko violated the Anti-Corruption Act by accepting bribes. Concerns about potential collusion with accomplices persist.
2024/11/01 16:03
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Taipei court grants limited access to Peng’s case files
The Taipei District Court grants limited access to case files for former Deputy Mayor Peng Chen-sheng amid the Core Pacific City scandal. Detention may extend beyond Nov. 1 due to pending testimonies and concerns of collusion.
2024/10/28 11:43
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Taipei court grants bail to councilor’s aide in scandal
The Taipei District Court released Angela Ying’s assistant on NT$5 million bail in the Core Pacific City scandal. Wu Shun-min is barred from leaving Taiwan.
2024/10/25 17:04
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Core Pacific chair questioned for 4th time in Taipei probe
Taipei prosecutors continue investigating Core Pacific Group’s redevelopment scandal, summoning Chairman Sheen Ching-jing and former Deputy Mayor Peng Cheng-sheng for questioning.
2024/09/25 15:30
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Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je faces third interrogation
Explore the latest on Ko Wen-je’s detention in the Core Pacific case, including the investigation’s focus and the support he’s receiving while in custody.
2024/09/18 11:29
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Peggy Chen vows to clear husband’s name in detention case
Discover how Peggy Chen is rallying support to prove her husband, former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s innocence, amid his detention in the Core Pacific case. Read about her vow and public reaction.
2024/09/18 09:42
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Reporter questioned over leak in Taipei corruption case
Discover the latest on the Core Pacific City corruption scandal: Reporter Wendy Ma was summoned over her report on a "crucial USB drive" linked to former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je, sparking debates on confidentiality breaches.
2024/09/16 14:18
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Ko faces prosecutors, stays detained in Core Pacific case
Ko Wen-je, chairman of the Taiwan People’s Party and former Taipei mayor, was questioned by prosecutors on Sept. 10 in connection with the Core Pacific City redevelopment case. Detained on corruption charges, Ko hopes the investigation concludes within two months.
2024/09/10 13:55
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Core Pacific City scandal: Authorities probe ex-deputy mayor
Discover the latest on the Core Pacific City corruption case: Former Taipei deputy mayor Pong Cheng-sheng was summoned for questioning amid ongoing investigations into serious corruption charges. Read more about the case’s developments and the authorities’ efforts to uncover the truth.
2024/09/10 10:44
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Core Pacific Group chair appeals detention in bribery case
Discover the latest on the Core Pacific City corruption scandal: Core Pacific Group Chairman Sheen Ching-jing appeals detention, citing health concerns. The case involves high-profile figures and unfolds amid ongoing investigations.
2024/09/05 17:18
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Ko detention hearing ends, verdict expected by 5:30 p.m.
Discover the latest on former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s court hearing regarding the Core Pacific City corruption case, including the reversal of his bail decision.
2024/09/05 17:03
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TPP headquarters searched amid corruption probe
Discover the latest on the Taiwan People’s Party as authorities investigate Chairman Ko Wen-je for possible corruption linked to his tenure as Taipei mayor. Read more about the unfolding case and its implications.
2024/08/30 11:17
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Taipei court set for hearing over Core Pacific City scandal
Discover the latest on the Taipei corruption case: Core Pacific Group’s chairman, a city councilor, and her assistant detained over bribery and evidence tampering allegations. Learn more about the ongoing investigation and its implications.
2024/08/29 10:46
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Major investigation underway in Core Pacific City scandal
Explore the latest on Taipei’s Core Pacific City investigation: Authorities probe former Mayor Ko Wen-je for alleged profiteering, with key figures interviewed and restrictions imposed.
2024/08/28 12:06
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Taipei ramps up inspections amid daycare abuse scandal
Taipei is tackling child safety in daycare centers following allegations against a former principal and staff. Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces increased inspections and legal reforms.
2024/07/15 14:14
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Food safety scandal rocks Taipei: Mayor seeks speedy action
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an rushes to address food poisoning at Polam Kopitiam, urging collaboration between central and local governments to investigate the tragic incident. Two fatalities and multiple victims prompt urgent action to ensure public food safety.
2024/03/28 12:03
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Taipei mayor defends assembly ban on TPP supporters
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an defends his administration’s adherence to the law after Taiwan People’s Party supporters were denied permission to hold a public assembly in front of Democratic Progressive Party presidential candidate Lai Ching-te’s campaign headquarters. The review process for such applications, overseen by the Taipei City Government’s New Construction Office in collaboration with the Taipei City Police Department, follows regulations established before 2017. Chiang refutes accusations of leniency in a past scandal and asserts that both the police department and the NCO exercise their authority impartially, upholding administrative neutrality.
2023/12/20 19:32