Chen Shih-chung 結果共8筆

Former Minister of Health and Welfare and campaign manager for the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) in Taipei, Chen Shih-chung, has revealed that internal polling indicates fluctuations in voter sentiment during the tightly contested presidential race. Despite the challenging overall race in Taipei, DPP’s presidential candidate, Lai Ching-te, maintains stable support across various demographic groups. The DPP has been conducting internal polls to assist in devising election strategies. Chen countered claims by Kuomintang’s (KMT) Taipei party branch director Huang Lu Ching-ju, stating that the DPP’s findings contradict the approval rating figures of KMT presidential candidates Hou Yu-ih and Jaw Shaw-kong. Chen noted that the KMT has higher support among older voters but struggles to appeal to the younger demographic. While acknowledging the volatility of party-led poll figures, Chen stated that campaign tactics would be adjusted based on these outcomes. DPP legislative candidate Wu Pei-yi remains optimistic about the election in Taipei, suggesting the possibility of a turn of events in both the presidential and legislative elections. The DPP continues to work tirelessly to improve its standing in the challenging district of Taipei.

The Taiwanese government plans to allocate at least NT＄20 billion next year to raise the salaries of healthcare workers in response to recent protests by medical professionals. Premier Chen Chien-jen advocates for increased respect, appreciation, and compensation for frontline staff, stating that a health insurance system should not be built on the ＂sweat and tears＂ of healthcare professionals. Discussions are underway with President Tsai Ing-wen, National Health Insurance Administration Director-General Shih Chung-liang, and Health Minister Hsueh Jui-yuan on methods to enhance salaries through health insurance and public budget funds. The financial assistance will be directed at healthcare personnel excluding doctors, with specific details of the plan still under discussion. The Ministry of Health and Welfare has highlighted the global shortage of healthcare workers as a significant concern, and with COVID-19 still a threat, the government aims to increase healthcare investment and address the welfare of those on the medical frontline.

The potential alliance between the Kuomintang (KMT) and Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election is uncertain, according to Chen Shih-chung, campaign chairman for DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te. In an web interview, Chen expressed doubts about the alliance, citing the potential alienation of TPP’s supporters, who are disillusioned with both the KMT and DPP.

Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate for the Democratic Progressive Party, has appointed campaign headquarters’ chiefs across Taiwan.

Former Minister of Health and Welfare, Chen Shih-chung, commemorated his one-year milestone of abstinence from smoking on Monday (May 29), accompanied by a series of positive announcements. 

Around 19 million people are eligible to vote in Taiwan. In 2018, the participation rate in the local elections was nearly 67%, meaning voters always look forward to casting their ballots.

As the date for the local elections in Taiwan draws near, it’s time to take a closer look at the situation in major cities, in particular, Taiwan’s capital: Taipei City.

The head of the Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC), Wang Pi-sheng, refuted claims on Tuesday (Nov. 1) that health authorities purchased Medigen vaccines above the market price.