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KMT Chairman emphasizes urgency of’ Blue-White’ alliance
The Chairman of the Kuomintang (KMT), Eric Chu, emphasized the importance of a "Blue-White" alliance in response to public expectations rather than as a political strategy. This comes after the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) Chairman, Ko Wen-je, proposed a poll contest with the KMT’s presidential candidate, Hou Yu-ih, with the loser agreeing to withdraw from the election.
2023/10/04 18:41
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DPP, KMT scrutinize motives in egg critic’s faked threats
Leading Taiwan political parties, DPP and KMT, are scrutinizing the motives of the "egg critic" who admitted to faking death threats. The controversy centers on his fabricated threats linked to criticism of the DPP’s egg import policies. Key figures emphasize the importance of evidence and judicial investigations.
2023/10/03 19:58
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DPP, KMT candidates respond to egg critic’s faked threats
Taiwan’s political landscape is rocked as a prominent egg critic confesses to fabricating threats. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and Kuomintang (KMT) presidential candidates react to the scandal, with questions raised about egg import policies and government-business collusion.
2023/10/03 19:46
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Lai Ching-te pledges to create 20,000 startup jobs
Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), aims to create 20,000 new startup jobs within five years and raise startup investment to NT$150 billion annually. He plans to make Taiwan a net exporter of innovative solutions in a decade.
2023/10/03 19:33
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No charges against influencer who faked death threats: MOA
The Ministry of Agriculture in Taiwan has decided not to press charges against a Facebook influencer, Lin Yu-hung, who fabricated death threats related to the Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) egg import scandal. Investigations revealed that the incident was self-orchestrated, with assistance from a worker of the Kuomintang (KMT) party. While no legal action will be taken, ongoing investigations are being conducted.
2023/10/03 16:43
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DPP lashes at KMT legislator for alleged treason
The spokesman for the Democratic Progressive Party’s presidential candidate accuses a Kuomintang legislator of treason for allegedly leaking sensitive submarine information to a foreign country. The spokesman criticizes the KMT for obstructing the defense budget and the party’s presidential candidate for avoiding the issue. The accused legislator denies the accusations and claims no personal benefits were sought.
2023/10/02 19:18
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DPP berates New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih for missing meeting
Tensions escalate at New Taipei City Council as DPP council members criticize absent Mayor Hou Yu-ih, who is also a KMT presidential candidate. DPP members question the authority of Deputy Mayor Liu He-jan, who is standing in for Hou.
2023/09/27 18:36
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Terry Gou launches signature drive for presidential bid
Tech tycoon Terry Gou launches signature collection stations across Taiwan, signaling his official entry into the 2024 presidential race. Gou aims to consolidate the Non-DPP Camp’s strength and upend the traditional political divide in Taiwan.
2023/09/21 19:06
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Poll suggests KMT-TPP alliance could defeat DPP
A recent poll by the China Times suggests that a KMT-TPP alliance could overpower the ruling DPP in Taiwan’s political landscape. The survey highlights potential scenarios and voter demographics, indicating significant support among young voters.
2023/09/14 18:39
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DPP criticizes Ko Wen-je’s attitude towards Hsinchu mayor
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) criticized Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) chairman and presidential candidate Ko Wen-je’s handling of controversies surrounding Hsinchu City Mayor Kao Hung-an during a press conference on Wednesday (Sept. 13).
2023/09/13 16:27
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Lai Ching-te unveils youth-centric national policy blueprint
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te unveiled detailed proposals for his national policy blueprint, the "National Project of Hope," on Tuesday (Sept. 12), aiming to increase investment for future generations aged from 0 to 22.
2023/09/12 16:49
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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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Premier dismisses plans for CKS Memorial Hall demolition
Premier Chen Chien-jen on Monday (Sept. 11) dismissed claims that the ruling government plans to demolish the Chiang Kai-shek (CKS) Memorial Hall by May 2024, as President Tsai Ing-wen will end her second and final term by then.
2023/09/11 16:24
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New Taipei deems VP Lai’s family home illegal construction
Chang Shao-pin, deputy spokesperson for the New Taipei City Government, claimed on Sept. 7 that DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te’s family home in the city is illegally constructed.
2023/09/07 21:22
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Lai Ching-te shares ’National Project of Hope’ policy agenda
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te announced his national policy blueprint, the "National Project of Hope," on Wednesday (Sept. 6), and pledged to enhance existing policies of the Tsai government if he is elected.
2023/09/06 17:08
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Cheng Li-chun confirms no plans for election
Cheng Li-chun, DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te’s campaign convener and chairperson of the Foundation for Future Generations, stated on Sept. 6 that she has no intention to run for the election.
2023/09/06 16:58
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Taiwan’s egg import program faces controversy
Vice Premier Cheng Wen-tsan refuted accusations from media reports on Friday (Sept. 1) regarding the egg import program, which implied the government only subsidized specific importers.
2023/09/01 17:46
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Lai Ching-te appoints campaign HQ heads across Taiwan
Lai Ching-te, the presidential candidate for the Democratic Progressive Party, has appointed campaign headquarters’ chiefs across Taiwan.
2023/08/31 16:07
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Taipei City gov’t reiterates mayor’s goals in Shanghai visit
Taipei City Government spokesperson reaffirms Chiang’s pledge to uphold democracy, peace, and prosperity goals.
2023/08/29 16:58
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BBC: Terry Gou’s faces uphill battle in presidential race
The BBC on Aug. 29 analyzed Terry Gou’s announcement of his independent presidential run as a shot in the dark against the dominant DPP, despite his aims to unite all opposition party candidates.
2023/08/29 16:14
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DPP reiterates: Gou’s bid is KMT’s internal matter
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) spokesperson reiterated that Terry Gou’s decision to run for the 2024 Presidential Election is an internal matter of the Kuomintang.
2023/08/29 11:19
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Lai Ching-te remains silent on Terry Gou’s candidacy
DPP presidential candidate Lai Ching-te attended a social welfare event on Aug. 28, and did not reply to inquiries about business tycoon Terry Gou’s announcement to run for president this morning.
2023/08/28 17:48
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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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Lai Ching-te reiterates housing policies to supporters
Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Presidential Candidate Lai Ching-te proposed his three housing policies again at the "National Real Estate Industry Lai Ching-te Support Association" on Sunday (Aug. 27).
2023/08/28 10:42
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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