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Taiwan’s election frenzy: Final weekend rallies in Kaohsiung
The final weekend of the 2024 election race in Taiwan sees presidential candidates from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), Taiwan People’s Party (TPP), and the Kuomintang (KMT) rallying in Kaohsiung. Lai Ching-te, the DPP’s candidate, and his running mate, Hsiao Bi-khim, focus on the Fengshan District for their ’Golden Week Eve’ rally, with notable attendees such as President Tsai Ing-wen and Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai. The KMT and TPP both choose the popular Ruifeng Night Market for their night rallies, with candidates Hou Yu-ih and Ko Wen-je staggering their appearances by an hour. The KMT hosts a unity victory rally at Dream Mall, while the TPP candidate and his wife make appearances in Kaohsiung, boosting support and holding a rally at Aozidi Forest Park. Crowd control and traffic management become important considerations for the rallies at Ruifeng Night Market. As the race intensifies in the final week of campaigning, the candidates are leaving no stone unturned.2024/01/07 14:36 -
Military fuel pipeline leak causes strong odor in Kaohsiung
A military fuel pipeline leak in Kaohsiung City’s Fengshan District has resulted in a strong, pungent smell. The Environmental Protection Bureau (EPB) will impose fines for the leak, and while the leaked substance is not toxic, excessive inhalation can cause health issues.2023/10/04 19:46 -
Widow of former Japan PM pays tribute to statue in Taiwan
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s widow, Akie Abe, paid a visit to Hongmaogang Bao’an Temple in Fengshan District, Kaohsiung, on Tuesday (July 18), where she offered a heartfelt tribute and laid flowers in front of her late husband’s statue.2023/07/18 18:26