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Investigation into Taiwan’s trade restrictions extended
China’s Ministry of Commerce has extended its trade barrier investigation into Taiwan’s trade restrictions towards the mainland. Originally set to conclude on Oct. 12, 2023, the investigation will now end on Jan. 12, 2024, a day before Taiwan’s 2024 general elections. The investigation, authorized under the Foreign Trade Law and the Foreign Trade Barrier Investigation Rules of China, targets 2,455 items blocked by Taiwan from mainland importation, including agricultural products, petrochemicals, and textiles. The extended analysis is expected to heighten tensions between China and Taiwan in the run-up to Taiwan’s crucial elections next year.
2023/10/09 16:03
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Ko Wen-je questions KMT’s sincerity on coalition talks
Ko Wen-je questions KMT’s sincerity on unity with TPP. Han Kuo-yu rumored to support KMT-TPP collaboration. Ko emphasizes shared consensus over power struggle. Ko stresses importance of inter-party cooperation declines to confirm coalition.
2023/09/27 18:23
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Taiwan will see 19.5M eligible voters in 2024 election
The Central Election Commission has announced the proceedings for the upcoming 16th presidential and vice-presidential election in Taiwan, scheduled for Jan. 13, 2024.
2023/09/12 15:03
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Hou Yu-ih hopes for change in hiring migrant caregivers
Kuomintang’s Presidential candidate, Han You-yi, proposes changes to employment conditions for foreign caregivers, including exempting individuals age 80 and above from the Barthel Index requirement.
2023/08/29 16:40
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Foxconn stock drops after Terry Gou’s presidential bid
Foxconn’s stock prices dropped more than 2% after founder Terry Gou announced his bid for the 2024 presidential elections.
2023/08/29 11:17
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DPP: Gou’s presidential bid an internal KMT matter
DPP spokesperson Chang Chih-hao on Aug. 28 reacted to business magnate Terry Gou’s presidential bid, calling it "an internal affair of the KMT."
2023/08/28 16:31
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Yunlin County magistrate criticizes Gou’s presidential bid
Yunlin County Magistrate Chang Li-shan criticized Terry Gou for "lacking integrity" after the business tycoon’s statement on Monday (Aug. 28) announcing his formal bid to partake in Taiwan’s 2024 presidential elections.
2023/08/28 14:36
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Terry Gou announces presidential candidacy as independent
Terry Gou, founder of Foxconn, formally announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections at 10 a.m. on Monday (Aug. 28).
2023/08/28 11:28
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Lai Ching-te leads Taiwan presidential poll at 40.3%
The latest presidential polls released by online news outlet "My-Formosa.com" on Thursday (Aug. 24) showed Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) candidate, Lai Ching-te, in the lead at 40.3%.
2023/08/25 16:15
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Terry Gou hints at possible bid for presidential election
Business tycoon Terry Gou hinted at a possible bid for Taiwan’s 2024 presidential elections at New Taipei City’s Wugu-Shiandi Temple in Tucheng District on Thursday (Aug 24).
2023/08/24 16:50
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Terry Gou responds to criticisms of him selling out Taiwan
Business tycoon Terry Gou was heckled during his speech at the Kinmen County Council on Wednesday (Aug. 23) when representatives of the Taiwan Statebuilding Party accused him of selling out Taiwan.
2023/08/24 13:47
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Lai Ching-te leads with 43.4% in Taiwanese presidential poll
With less than five months remaining until the 2024 presidential elections, a new poll published by the Taiwanese Public Opinion Foundation on Monday shows Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidate Lai Ching-te leading with 43.4% of the vote.
2023/08/23 11:20
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Mayor Chiang addresses alleged fraud by Kao Hung-an
Taipei Mayor’s response to allegations of fraud by Hsinchu City Mayor Kao Hung-an and KMT Chairman’s support for her. Impact on TPP, KMT, and upcoming elections.
2023/08/15 20:40
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Ma Ying-jeou, Tsai Ing-wen’s trips to impact 2024 election
TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu provided insights into the impact the recent trips Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and former president Ma Ying-jeou undertook overseas could have on Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election.
2023/04/04 16:28
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Vice President Lai registers for DPP presidential primary
Taiwan’s Vice President and Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Chairman, Lai Ching-te, took a significant step towards running for the 2024 presidential election on Wednesday by registering as a candidate for the DPP.
2023/03/15 19:15
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Opposition speculates on military drills in N. Taiwan
Taiwan is gearing up for its annual Han Kuang military drills in the north this year, sparking speculation about its relation to the upcoming 2024 presidential election.
2023/02/22 19:48
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List of potential candidates on presidential tickets growing
All major political parties are expected to compete in the 2024 presidential race, with the selection of a vice presidential candidate playing a crucial role in determining election outcomes.
2023/02/08 17:03
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Taipei candidates in last-ditch effort before by-election
The Taipei City legislative by-election will unfold on Sunday (Jan. 8).
2023/01/07 19:00
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DPP’s Enoch Wu struggles in latest TVBS poll
With 11 days to go before legislative by-elections on Jan. 8, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Enoch Wu can be seen building his grassroots support in Taipei City.
2022/12/29 19:29
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Andrew Yang shares take on Forward Party goals for 2024
As the U.S. midterm elections come to a conclusion, the nation once again sees a deep divide between the two major political parties: the Democrats and the Republicans.
2022/12/09 18:15
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Enoch Wu vows to win back public’s trust in ruling DPP
Enoch Wu shared his hopes to earn back the public’s trust on Thursday (Dec. 2) following his nomination by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in a legislative by-election on Jan. 8, 2023.
2022/12/05 14:08
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AIT praises Taiwan’s open elections, reaffirms U.S. support
American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) Director Sandra Oudkirk held her second press conference as head of the AIT on Tuesday (Nov. 29) to discuss Taiwan’s recent elections and reaffirm support from the United States.
2022/12/01 16:28
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Wenchi Yu reviews 9-in-1 elections with Taiwan, U.S. experts
Following Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections, TVBS Commentator Yu Wenchi spoke with Kuo Chenlung, the Deputy Managing Editor of United Daily News, and David Sacks, a Research Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, to analyze the results of the elections.
2022/11/29 22:24
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Analysts ponder DPP’s setback in Taiwan’s local elections
Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections wrapped up on Saturday (Nov. 26) with the main opposition Kuomintang (KMT) securing 13 counties and cities, while the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) fell short with only 5.
2022/11/29 22:12
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Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections attract global media attention
The world was on watch for Taiwan’s 9-in-1 elections on Saturday (Nov. 26). Foreign media, however, focused their attention on cross-strait relations, as many viewed this election as a "mid-term" test for President Tsai Ing-wen, a test to see if the people of Taiwan are satisfied with the current Democratic Progressive Party administration.
2022/11/28 00:12