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Taiwan defense minister warns draft dodgers face prosecution
Taiwan cracks down on military service evasion, targeting celebrities. Defense Minister Koo Li-hsiung warns of legal action. New conscription standards are set.2025/05/15 08:00 -
Eleven detained in Taiwan military service evasion scheme
New Taipei police have detained 11 individuals, including several prominent entertainers, in connection with a scheme to fabricate medical exemptions from Taiwan’s mandatory military service. The investigation began with actor Darren Wang and has expanded to reveal potential widespread abuse of the exemption system.2025/05/14 16:21 -
Taiwan’s cardiologist explains military exemption criteria
Actor Darren Wang was arrested in Taipei for allegedly attempting to evade military service by faking a heart condition. He was released on bail.2025/05/14 12:00 -
Actor Darren Wang begins military service amid allegations
Actor Darren Wang begins his mandatory military service amid allegations of draft evasion and inciting violence. Authorities prioritize his conscription despite ongoing investigations.2025/03/13 09:58 -
Eyewear brand stands by Darren Wang amid legal controversies
Chinese eyewear company MOHK addresses legal issues of Taiwanese ambassador Darren Wang, urging patience. Wang faces military evasion and assault allegations. 微博 MOHK摩今眼鏡2025/03/06 11:00 -
Actor Darren Wang released on NT$5 million bail
The New Taipei District Court released actor Darren Wang on NT$5 million bail after his arrest for evading military service. A video on his phone led to an investigation into an assault on a taxi driver.2025/03/05 09:02 -
Public figures’ influence in military evasion questioned
Taiwanese actor Darren Wang was detained for allegedly forging medical records to avoid military service. This case highlights scrutiny of Taiwan’s conscription system.2025/02/20 17:03 -
Taiwan authorities bust military draft-dodging network
Authorities in Taipei detained three members of a draft-dodging syndicate for creating fake medical records to help conscripts avoid military service. The group charged high fees and tailored documents to clients’ needs.2025/02/19 14:23 -
Taiwan defense ministry stresses military service duty
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense stresses compulsory military service as a constitutional duty. Actor Darren Wang faces legal issues for alleged evasion.2025/02/19 14:02 -
MOI reviews 80 military evasion cases over five years
Taiwan’s Ministry of the Interior is reviewing 80 military evasion cases after actor Darren Wang’s arrest for alleged document forgery. Stricter exemption rules apply.2025/02/19 10:35 -
Darren Wang released on bail amid draft evasion probe
Taiwanese actor Darren Wang and others face charges for allegedly evading military service by falsifying medical records. Authorities detained Wang, who was released on bail.2025/02/19 09:54