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Taiwan President dissuages Premier, Cabinet resignation
Taiwan’s Premier Chen Chien-jen and his cabinet have tendered their resignations, which were approved during a cabinet meeting. The resignations await confirmation by the president for a new government to take charge on May 20. The premier is expected to step down before the first legislative assembly after the current legislators’ term expires. The executive branch will continue to push its policy agenda during this transitional period, aiming to work with the new legislative body to promote policies beneficial to the nation and its citizens. Chen Chien-jen launched significant policies during his term, including cash handouts, education subsidies, and safety measures for a sustainable automobile society. He also emphasized Taiwan’s commitment to defense capabilities and democracy through the successful submarine launch and the resumption of one-year military service.2024/01/18 16:05 -
Ko backs Tsai’s foreign policy, critiques domestic plans
Presidential candidate Ko Wen-je of the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) expresses support for President Tsai Ing-wen’s foreign policy but rejects her domestic policy agenda. During a televised debate, Ko emphasizes the need for Taiwan to establish its own position amid the U.S.-China confrontation. He cites former U.S. President Trump’s efforts to distance from China and quotes U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s stance on China. Ko, accompanied by his spouse Chen Pei-chi, appears in a black suit with a purple polka dot tie, wearing a Republic of China national emblem and KP badge.2023/12/30 16:02 -
Hou vows to tackle low wages, bridge the wealth gap
Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih unveiled his policy agenda aimed at enhancing working conditions and salary levels on Friday, September 8.2023/09/08 21:37 -
Lai Ching-te shares ’National Project of Hope’ policy agenda
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te announced his national policy blueprint, the "National Project of Hope," on Wednesday (Sept. 6), and pledged to enhance existing policies of the Tsai government if he is elected.2023/09/06 17:08