Taiwan political amendments 結果共20筆

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan rejected the Executive Yuan’s proposal to amend the Public Officials Election and Recall Act. The vote was 60-51, maintaining the original decision.

Taiwan’s legislators prepare for intense budget talks as the KMT, DPP, and TPP submit proposals. Key issues include media expenses and tight deadlines.

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan saw a heated debate over amendments to the Organization Act of the Council of Indigenous Peoples. Tensions led to a physical altercation, halting discussions.

Taiwan’s political turmoil: DPP legislators occupy the legislature, halting discussions on election law amendments, sparking accusations of democracy being ’kidnapped’.

Explore the escalating political tension in Taiwan as the KMT and TPP pass legislative amendments, sparking a constitutional debate and a series of legal challenges from the DPP and the Control Yuan. This story delves into the power dynamics and accusations of corruption shaping Taiwan’s democracy.

Explore the escalating political tension in Taiwan as TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je criticizes President Lai Ching-te’s recent actions and statements, fearing a constitutional crisis and governance issues.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political landscape as President Lai Ching-te signs amendments to the Act Governing the Legislative Yuan’s Power, sparking debate and awaiting a constitutional interpretation.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political landscape: Parties agree to review legislative amendments with a full committee session set for June 19-20, led by Speaker Han Kuo-yu. Voting on proposals scheduled for June 21.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political scene: Tensions escalate between the DPP and KMT over President Lai’s national policy report at the Legislative Yuan. Read about the legislative amendments and the upcoming session.

Explore the complexities of Taiwan’s legislative controversies as U.S. Rep. Chris Smith congratulates President Lai on his inauguration and emphasizes the need for peaceful dialogue among political parties. This article delves into the opposition within the DPP, the proposed amendments by the KMT and TPP, and the potential impact on Taiwan’s democracy.

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.

Discover the latest on Taiwan’s political scene as over a thousand protesters gather outside the Legislative Yuan, demanding legislative changes and addressing public grievances. This significant event, marked by the participation of around 40 civil groups, underscores the growing concern over parliamentary powers and democratic regression in Taiwan.

Explore the latest on Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan: heated debates between KMT and DPP over parliamentary powers act amendments, leading to a session adjournment. Learn more about the conflict and its implications.

Premier Chen Chien-jen emphasizes the importance of unity and constructive dialogue in Taiwan’s politics, warning against the dangers of political infighting. He advocates for a collaborative approach to governance, highlighting the need for effective communication and persuasion across party lines to implement policy changes. Chen also discusses the significance of respectful discourse in the legislative process and the focus on practical solutions over controversy.

Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu warns against the misuse of Taiwan’s five national security laws for infringing human rights and manipulating elections. Amidst discussions on cross-strait relations and following Ma Ying-jeou’s visit to China, Chu calls for amendments to these laws, criticizing their use as tools for political suppression by the DPP. He advocates for dialogue and peace in cross-strait interactions, urging the DPP to prioritize human rights and constructive engagement over ideological rigidity.

Taipei Premier Chen Chien-jen stresses the importance of adhering to constitutional regulations in response to the Kuomintang’s (KMT) plans to expand its personnel power. KMT legislator Weng Hsiao-ling suggests that the Legislative Yuan should have the authority to approve personnel and dismiss unqualified leaders. The KMT also proposes the creation of a Special Investigation Division within Parliament. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislators argue that constitutional amendments must be implemented first. Premier Chen emphasizes that Taiwan is a country governed by the constitution, democracy, and the rule of law, and all agencies should follow constitutional guidelines. The Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) expresses its willingness to collaborate with other parties in reforming the parliament, potentially bringing significant changes to Taiwan’s legal landscape and political power dynamics.

Legislative Speaker You Si-kun, of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), expresses confidence in his re-election ahead of the legislative speaker vote on Feb. 1. Reports suggest a split vote by the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), with support for You from the DPP for Speaker and endorsement of Johnny Chiang from the Kuomintang (KMT) for Deputy Speaker. You emphasizes the need for constitutional amendments to address significant legislative reforms proposed by the TPP’s new legislators. He also recommends a review and reform of the entire constitutional system, advocating for adherence to the conventional separation of powers. The TPP will hold an internal meeting on Jan. 26 to discuss the matter further.

In the lead-up to Taiwan’s Jan. 13 elections, candidates from both the Taiwan People’s Party and Democratic Progressive Party showcase a unique blend of political seriousness and lighthearted fun, from supporters in dinosaur costumes to birthday celebrations on the campaign trail.

Taiwan’s Minister of Health and Welfare, Hsueh Jui-yuan, confirms planned amendments to the ＂Assisted Reproduction Act＂ will include changes to surrogacy policies, extending coverage to same-sex partners, single women, and surrogate mothers. The draft law will be made public early next year and reviewed by the Executive Yuan by the year’s end. Presidential candidates have called for surrogacy policy consideration, with Ko Wen-je inviting a long-term surrogacy policy advocate for discussion. The amendments are not influenced by Ko’s political platform. The ongoing effort to amend the law has been ongoing for two-and-a-half years, with a preliminary draft of 42 articles finalized and 13 expert meetings held. The revision aims to protect children’s rights while addressing same-sex marriage, single women, and surrogacy issues. Surrogacy services will require professional consultation and legal contracts to outline rights and obligations for both parties.

The Executive Yuan approved amendments to the Classified National Security Information Protection Act and the Political Archives Act which will put an end to indefinite secrecy of national classified archives. The revisions aim to review the necessity of extending confidentiality through periodic reviews instead of permanent secrecy.