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Premier Cho calls for debate on NT$3.35 trillion budget
Premier Cho Jung-tai urges a debate with the Legislative Yuan on the NT$3.35 trillion budget, highlighting its importance for Taiwan’s future. The budget, reflecting the president’s vision, faces opposition and delays.
2026/01/21 15:49
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President Lai skips impeachment session as opposition fumes
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan debates President Lai’s impeachment, initiated by KMT and TPP. Opposition leaders criticize Lai’s absence, while DPP questions motives.
2026/01/21 12:00
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Huang Kuo-chang’s New Taipei bid hits demographic wall: Poll
New TVBS poll shows Taipei’s Lee Szu-chuan as only opposition candidate who can beat DPP’s Su Chiao-hui in New Taipei mayoral race. TPP’s Huang trails by 6 points.
2026/01/20 22:04
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Six Taiwan People’s Party legislators to resign on Feb. 1
Taiwan People’s Party legislators will resign Feb. 1 to honor a two-year term policy. The Legislative Yuan will discuss the resignations on Jan. 23. Replacements are ready.
2026/01/20 15:27
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Defense minister briefs parliament on military spending
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan held a confidential meeting to discuss a NT$1.25 trillion military procurement bill. Defense Minister Wellington Koo briefed the committee, aiming to expedite the review. The bill faces opposition from the KMT and TPP. Koo stressed the importance of respecting the legislative process and highlighted counterintelligence successes amid Chinese infiltration concerns.
2026/01/19 12:00
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Taiwan People’s Party criticizes Taiwan-U.S. trade agreement
Taiwan People’s Party criticizes Taiwan-U.S. trade deal, citing lack of democratic oversight and potential risks to Taiwan’s industry and economic stability.
2026/01/16 16:23
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KMT and TPP push for swift budget review
Lawmakers in Taiwan urge the Legislative Yuan to prioritize reviewing 38 projects in the 2026 budget, totaling NT$71.8 billion, to boost national resilience.
2026/01/16 13:00
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Taiwan legislators hold 2nd hearing on president impeachment
Legislators in Taipei held a public hearing on Jan. 15 to discuss President Lai Ching-te’s impeachment. Debates focused on constitutional boundaries and legislative checks.
2026/01/15 20:00
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Huang withholds US briefing details after demanding openness
Taiwan opposition leader Huang Kuo-chang refuses to disclose details of a US defense briefing after demanding transparency, and plans an alternative proposal for the proposed NT$1.25 trillion (US$40 billion) special defense budget.
2026/01/14 17:51
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Huang tight-lipped on official meetings in Washington
Huang Kuo-chang of the Taiwan People’s Party led a delegation to Washington to discuss Taiwan’s defense and tariff issues with U.S. officials.
2026/01/13 10:52
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TPP chair Huang travels to U.S. over arms purchase concerns
Taiwan People’s Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang visits Washington, D.C. to discuss arms purchases and tariffs. He aims for open dialogue with U.S. officials.
2026/01/12 16:26
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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
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Opposition heavyweights lobby for fertility law changes
Ko Wen-je met with Legislative Yuan President Han Kuo-yu to discuss amendments to the Artificial Reproduction Act. The visit supports legislator Chen Chao-tzu’s efforts.
2026/01/09 14:53
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Taiwan opposition drafts bill to combat declining births
The Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party propose the "Taiwan Future Account" bill to address Taiwan’s declining birth rate. The bill offers financial support for children, investing in their future education and career training.
2026/01/06 19:00
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Nearly 1M Taiwan’s commuters at risk as TPASS funds dry up
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an urges Taiwan’s cabinet and legislature to improve communication to address the TPASS commuter discount crisis, affecting nearly 1 million commuters.
2026/01/05 18:25
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Taiwan People’s Party chairman signs resignation letter
Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang announced the resignation of seven legislators by Jan. 31, 2026, due to the two-year clause policy. Huang criticized DPP lawmakers for drawing salaries while running for mayoral positions.
2026/01/05 12:00
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TPP leads censure motion against Premier Cho Jung-tai
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan passed a censure motion against Premier Cho Jung-tai, initiated by the Taiwan People’s Party. The motion cites neglect of budget allocations and policy failures.
2026/01/02 14:54
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Fu Kun-chi wins re-election as Kuomintang caucus leader
Kuomintang re-elects Fu Kun-chi as caucus leader after removing term limits to secure his leadership. Hsu Yu-chen and Lin Pei-hsiang take key roles. Ko Wen-je seeks support for the Assisted Reproduction Act.
2026/01/02 12:35
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President Lai chides opposition, seeks defense budget deal
Taiwan’s President Lai accuses opposition of blocking $40B defense budget, warns island has ’no time for internal strife’ amid 2027 China invasion concerns.
2026/01/01 14:22
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Taiwan legislators advance impeachment against President Lai
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan advances an impeachment proposal against President Lai Ching-te, with a vote set for May 19, 2026. The Kuomintang and Taiwan People’s Party initiated the proceedings.
2025/12/26 16:56
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TPP nominates Chang Chi-kai for Chiayi City mayor bid
The Taiwan People’s Party nominates Legislator Chang Chi-kai for Chiayi City mayor. Former Chair Ko Wen-je and Chair Huang Kuo-chang praise Chang’s experience and dedication.
2025/12/24 15:47
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Opposition blocks Taiwan defense budget for fourth time
KMT and TPP legislators blocked Taiwan’s NT$1.25 trillion defense budget bill for the fourth time, sparking criticism from the DPP over legislative procedures.
2025/12/23 17:37
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Prosecutors accuse Ko Wen-je of misusing NT$6M donation
The Taipei District Court continues hearings on the Taiwan People’s Party donations case. Former chairman Ko Wen-je is accused of misappropriating NT$6 million.
2025/12/22 15:37
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Taiwan opposition launches impeachment bid against president
Karen Kuo, spokesperson for Taiwan’s president, criticized the KMT and TPP’s impeachment move against President Lai, urging focus on the national budget.
2025/12/19 12:00
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Public splits on Taiwan premier’s refusal to sign budget law
Poll shows public split on Cho’s decision. 39% support Cho; 43% oppose his stance. DPP backs Cho; KMT and TPP oppose him. Survey involved 1,077 adults, ±2.99% error.
2025/12/19 10:33