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Ko Wen-je calls 17-year prison term a pre-written script
Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je sentenced to 17 years, denounces verdict as politically motivated. Taiwan’s opposition debates unity ahead of protest.
2026/03/26 21:58
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Taiwan parties clash over Ko Wen-je’s 17-year sentence
Taiwan’s ruling DPP and opposition KMT clash over Ko Wen-je’s 17-year prison sentence, with both sides accusing the other of politicizing justice ahead of 2028.
2026/03/26 17:21
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Ko Wen-je verdict ends his 2028 presidential ambitions
Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je sentenced to 17 years in prison on bribery charges. The verdict bars him from Taiwan’s 2028 presidential race.
2026/03/26 15:39
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Prosecutors demand nearly 29 years for Ko Wen-je
The Taipei District Court held an oral debate on Dec. 22 in Ko Wen-je’s corruption case, involving charges of public welfare occupation and breach of trust. The court will deliver its verdict on March 26.
2025/12/22 15:00
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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 again testifies in corruption probe
Authorities resume the Core Pacific City corruption case in Taipei, summoning former Mayor Ko Wen-je and others. Allegations involve political donations and redevelopment approvals.
2025/08/12 16:35
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Taiwan court probes former Taipei mayor in bribery case
The Taipei District Court held a hearing on the Core Pacific City corruption case, involving former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je. Prosecutors allege bribery and seek a 28-year sentence for Ko.
2025/07/17 15:12
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Ex-Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je appears in court post-surgery
Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je appears in court after surgery, facing charges under the Anti-Corruption Act. Supporters gather as proceedings resume.
2025/04/17 10:00
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Detained ex-Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je stable after health scare
Ko Wen-je’s health is stable after a medical evaluation at the Taipei Detention Center. Despite being a high-risk case, he returned without needing hospitalization.
2025/03/31 17:01
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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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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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Recall campaign against Hsinchu mayor gains traction
The campaign to recall Hsinchu City Mayor Ann Kao gains traction with 1,867 signatures collected. Organizers push for more support amid corruption allegations.
2024/12/18 11:23
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Taipei prosecutors summon Ko Wen-je in corruption probe
Taipei prosecutors summon TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je and others over Core Pacific City financial dealings. Former Deputy Mayor Vivian Huang to testify on anti-corruption.
2024/11/08 11:41
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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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Prosecutors seek extended detention for ex-Taipei mayor
Prosecutors seek to extend detention for ex-Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je and ex-Deputy Mayor Pong Cheng-sheng over the Core Pacific City case. A court hearing is set for next week.
2024/10/25 15:06
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Interior minister addresses Core Pacific Case concerns
Interior Minister Liu Shyh-fang addressed concerns about the Core Pacific Case, emphasizing the central government’s support for projects aligning with volume incentive principles. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an tasked the Department of Urban Development with drafting anti-corruption measures to prevent similar issues.
2024/09/24 11:47
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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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TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je refuses to appeal detention ruling
Discover the latest on former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s refusal to appeal despite errors in the court’s ruling on his detention in the Core Pacific City corruption case. Read more about the ongoing legal battle.
2024/09/09 14:45
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Former Taipei mayor’s spouse defends wealth source
Discover the latest on former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s corruption case. Peggy Chen defends their wealth’s origin and refutes ties to Core Pacific City’s project decisions.
2024/09/06 14:21