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Taiwan opposition proposes special corruption probe unit
Explore the heated debate in Taiwan as the KMT proposes a special investigation unit to probe corruption, facing opposition from the DPP and TPP. This story delves into the complexities of political oversight, the potential abolition of the Control Yuan, and the broader implications for Taiwan’s constitutional reform.2024/05/30 16:00 -
Legislative Yuan gains power of parliamentary investigation
Discover how Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan is set to enhance government transparency with new amendments allowing parliamentary investigations. Learn about the powers and limits of this significant move.2024/05/22 08:58 -
MOFA head unhappy about KMT criticism of Taiwan-Czechia aid
Explore the unfolding controversy as Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs addresses criticisms from a KMT legislator regarding the handling of a foreign aid project with the Czech Republic. The story details legal and political challenges faced by the government.2024/05/09 18:14 -
KMT vows to uphold legislative integrity
The Kuomintang (KMT) responds to proposals from the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) regarding future operations in the new legislature, promising to respect the opinions of the Legislative Yuan party groups. As the majority in parliament, the KMT pledges to provide vigorous oversight and advance the issues agreed upon in the cross-party meeting with the TPP on October 30th last year. Agreed matters include peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, resumption of cross-strait dialogue, environmental sustainability, national security, public health, and strengthening the legislature’s function under the existing constitutional system. The KMT emphasizes its unchanged vision for Taiwan’s future development. Additionally, they plan to scrutinize issues such as the controversy over the purchase contracts of the Medigen COVID-19 vaccine by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government. The KMT welcomes those with similar political ideals to join in preventing authoritarian one-party rule and ensuring democracy aligns with the public’s wishes.2024/01/16 15:10