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What’s next for independent presidential candidate Terry Gou
As Taiwan’s presidential election nears, the spotlight is on a unique lineup of candidates, including Terry Gou, Lai Ching-te, Hou Yu-ih, and Ko Wen-je. Gou, overcoming significant challenges to secure his place, now navigates potential alliances with the TPP and the fractured opposition. With the election commission poised to announce verified candidates, all eyes are on these political moves shaping Taiwan’s future.2023/11/10 17:11 -
Japanese scholar foresees Lai’s presidential victory
Japanese scholar Yoshiyuki Ogasawara predicts that Lai Ching-te, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate, is likely to win Taiwan’s presidential race. However, Ogasawara cautions that the DPP is unlikely to gain a majority of legislative seats. Opposition parties have attracted public attention by coordinating candidate discussions, leading to diminished public exposure for Lai. Additionally, recent scandals involving extramarital affairs among DPP incumbent lawmakers have put the party on the defensive. Ogasawara’s prediction makes him the first Japanese election observer to suggest that the ruling DPP may not secure more than half of the legislative seats.2023/11/01 10:31 -
TAO criticizes DPP as ’destroyers of peace and stability’
The Taiwan Affairs Office spokesperson criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party’s presidential candidate, Lai Ching-te, as a pro-Taiwan independence advocate, warning that it would bring misfortune to Taiwan’s future generations. The spokesperson also praises former president Ma Ying-jeou for boycotting the National Day ceremony, interpreting it as opposition to Taiwan independence.2023/10/11 15:22 -
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 -
Lai Ching-te highlights security, peace during NY layover
Taiwan Vice President Lai Ching-te gave a speech to the Taiwanese-American community stressing the importance of the nation’s safety and peace in New York on Sunday (Aug. 13).2023/08/14 17:36