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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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Hou’s US visit costs covered by campaign office: city gov’t
The New Taipei City government clarified on Friday (Aug. 5) that no public budget was used to cover the expenses for Hou Yu-ih’s visit to the U.S.
2023/08/25 22:37
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KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih set to visit U.S. from Sept. 14-21
New Taipei City Mayor and Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate, Hou Yu-ih, will embark on an eight-day visit to the United States from Sept. 14 to 21, with his itinerary spanning New York, Washington D.C., and San Francisco.
2023/08/24 19:37
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Ko Wen-je calls for open dialogue among party leaders
The Taiwan People’s Party presidential contender Ko Wen-je has made a public call for leaders of all political parties to engage in open dialogues regarding significant national matters on Thursday (Aug. 24).
2023/08/24 19:14
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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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Hou Yu-ih’s Kinmen hub proposals under scrutiny
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Spokesperson Chang Chih-hao questioned Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate Hou Yu-ih’s six key initiatives, including cross-strait medical zones and passenger and cargo hubs in Kinmen, on Wednesday (Aug. 23).
2023/08/23 16:11
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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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Lai Ching-te leads Taiwan presidential poll at 43.4%
The Taiwanese Public Opinion Foundation (TPOF) released a pre-election public opinion poll on Monday (Aug. 21) revealing that 43.4% of voters prefer Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) to be elected, while 26.6% supported Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) candidate Ko Wen-je, and 13.6% favoring Hou Yu-ih of the Kuomintang (KMT) Party.
2023/08/21 14:08
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Lai Ching-te leads Taiwan poll at 33.2%; Hou’s support grows
Newtalk’s latest poll reveals DPP’s Lai Ching-te leads with 33.2%, followed by Ko Wen-je at 28.81% and KMT’s Hou Yu-ih at 23.52%. The analysis highlights a shift in support among age groups and strategic attacks.
2023/08/16 16:53
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DPP braces for potential Terry Gou presidential bid
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) gears up for potential business tycoon Terry Gou’s presidential bid amid uncertainty. DPP Secretary-General Hsu Li-ming stresses caution as speculation grows. Updates on Gou’s political moves and DPP’s strategies leading to 2024 election.
2023/08/09 20:28
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Ko dismisses possibility of joint ticket with Terry Gou
Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je dismissed rumors on Friday (Aug. 4) that he would become Terry Gou’s running mate if the Foxconn founder announced his candidacy for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Ko admitted that an alliance with Gou would be complicated.
2023/08/04 21:31
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Taiwan business tycoon Terry Gou kicks off U.S. peace trip
Terry Gou embarked on a U.S. trip on Sunday (July 30) amid wide speculation on his eventual participation in the 2024 presidential election as an independent candidate after returning from the 10-day visit.
2023/07/31 18:19
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(Failed) presidential hopeful reveals new U.S. Peace Tour
Foxconn founder Terry Gou announced on Thursday (July 27) new plans for a month-long peace tour across the U.S. to pray for Taiwanese peace, economic development, and a corruption-free government. Speaking about this trip in Tucheng, he expressed hope to propel Taiwan into a prosperous economic future and gain support for his 2024 presidential bid.
2023/07/27 21:07
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Hou Yu-ih gains traction in race with 19.9% approval rating
The 2024 presidential election in Taiwan is heating up as new polls indicate a tight race among the candidates. According to a recent survey conducted by Formosa Website, the Kuomintang (KMT) candidate, Hou Yu-ih, has seen a slight rise in support, reaching 19.9%.
2023/07/27 15:53
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Expert looks at political landscape in post-election Taiwan
As anticipation mounts following Taiwan’s forthcoming presidential election in January 2024, political observers are eager to assess the potential impact on the region’s dynamics. In an exclusive interview with TVBS commentator Wenchi Yu, Bonnie Glaser, the director of the Indo-Pacific program at the German Marshall Fund, shared her insights on the evolving relations between the United States, Taiwan, and China.
2023/06/28 18:05
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Lai Ching-te faces setback amid DPP’s harassment scandals
Vice President Lai Ching-te, one of the leading candidates for the 2024 presidential election, has seen his popularity wane after a series of sexual harassment scandals within the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) surfaced in June. Although Lai started strong in the polls after declaring his candidacy for the presidency, his campaign has suffered setbacks due to recent controversies.
2023/06/26 20:36
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Hou Yu-ih emphasizes housing, national defense issues at NTU
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih tackled significant issues ranging from housing justice and national defense to energy and international relations with students from National Taiwan University (NTU) on Monday (June 19), leaving no stone unturned.
2023/06/20 19:00
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TVBS Poll: Ko Wen-je takes lead over rivals
Ko Wen-je, the chairman and presidential candidate for the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), has surpassed Lai Ching-te, the Chairman of the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), and Hou Yu-ih, the presidential candidate of the Kuomintang (KMT), according to the latest TVBS poll.
2023/06/19 16:55
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Japanese politician watching Taiwan’s 2024 election closely
A Japanese politician said Tuesday (June 6) that she will be watching Taiwan’s 2024 presidential election closely as Japan prioritizes the preservation of democracy.
2023/06/06 17:42
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Polls show tight race between presidential candidates
TVBS conducted a comprehensive poll following New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih’s nomination as the main opposition party, Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidate on May 17.
2023/05/28 20:06
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KMT presidential nominee confident in running mate selection
New Taipei Mayor Hou You-yi, the newly nominated Kuomintang (KMT) candidate for the 2024 presidential election, expressed his thoughts on his potential running mate during the regular city council meeting held on Thursday (May 18).
2023/05/18 17:05
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KMT calls on Mayor Hou You-yi to run for president in 2024
The Kuomintang (KMT) Central Standing Committee gathered at their headquarters on Wednesday (May 17) to announce Hou You-yi as their candidate for the 2024 presidential election.
2023/05/17 17:41
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Terry Gou, Hou You-yi clear the air before KMT nomination
Foxconn Founder Terry Gou and New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi have expressed unity in their bid for the Kuomintang’s (KMT) presidential nomination, following discussions aimed at resolving their differences.
2023/05/03 09:44
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Terry Gou kickstarts presidential campaign in Tainan market
Terry Gou, the founder of Foxconn and a 2024 presidential hopeful, began his campaign in southern Taiwan on Sunday (April 23), aiming to secure the Kuomintang’s (KMT) nomination and challenge New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi’s bid.
2023/04/24 16:01
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Mayor Hou You-yi receives a warm reception in Singapore
New Taipei City Mayor Hou You-yi was met with enthusiastic responses during his trip to a local market in Singapore on Thursday (April 20).
2023/04/21 19:18