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Taiwan poll: 92% support death penalty for fatal child abuse
A survey by the Action Alliance on Basic Education shows over 90% of respondents find current child abuse penalties too lenient. Most support harsher punishments, including the death penalty and life imprisonment without parole. The alliance calls for systematic prevention and a stronger child protection system.
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Taiwan president’s approval rating hits record low of 32%
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating has plummeted to 32% after nearly one year in office, with disapproval surging to 55%, according to a new TVBS Poll Center survey. His numbers rank second-lowest among Taiwan’s democratically elected presidents, surpassing only his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen. With only 36% of respondents believing Taiwan is heading in the right direction and 57% lacking confidence in his leadership, Lai faces significant challenges as his Democratic Progressive Party prepares for local elections.
2025/05/16 17:31
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Poll: 82% of Americans view Taiwan as an independent nation
A survey shows strong U.S. support for Taiwan, with 68% viewing it positively and 82% seeing it as independent. The poll highlights bipartisan backing for formal U.S. recognition.
2025/04/30 12:00
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Poll: Most Taiwanese distrust Trump on cross-strait issues
A recent poll shows 72.57% of Taiwanese distrust President Trump on cross-strait affairs, highlighting skepticism amid economic tensions. Discover insights on Taiwan’s political party satisfaction and the impact on international relations.
2025/04/18 22:00
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Taiwan public backs Morris Chang for tariff negotiations
Taiwan faces uncertainty over potential U.S. tariff hikes. A poll shows 70% prefer TSMC founder Morris Chang for trade talks. Mixed views on Vice Premier Cheng.
2025/04/18 11:00
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Poll shows split on President Lai’s tariff policy stance
A recent poll by the Taiwanese Public Opinion Foundation reveals mixed views on President Lai Ching-te’s tariff policy, with 43.9% support and 40.8% opposition. The survey also shows 49.4% approval for Premier Cho Jung-tai’s NT$88 billion industry aid proposal. The findings highlight a partisan divide and suggest a need for dialogue to address public opinion gaps.
2025/04/11 10:00
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Poll shows 45% support recall of KMT’s Yeh Yuan-chih
A poll reveals 45% support for recalling KMT legislator Yeh Yuan-chih, with 67% willing to vote if the threshold is met. Dissatisfaction with Yeh’s performance is high, highlighting his precarious position.
2025/04/09 17:00
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Poll shows strong support for NT$10K cash payments
A poll by the National Policy Foundation shows 66.3% of Taiwanese support cash payments from surplus tax revenue. The Kuomintang urges the government to act.
2025/02/25 12:00
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Majority in Taiwan opposes TSMC tech transfer to U.S.
A recent poll by the Think Tank of Foundation for the People reveals 84.8% of Taiwanese oppose transferring TSMC’s 2-nm process to the U.S. The survey also highlights concerns over potential tariff pressures from a future Trump administration and perceptions of unfair Taiwan-U.S. trade relations.
2025/02/24 15:28
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Opposition KMT: Premier misleads public on budget cuts
The Kuomintang criticized Premier Cho Jung-tai for budget cut claims affecting sign language interpreters, urging the DPP to act responsibly. They also opposed the president’s stance on the Constitutional Court Procedure Act, citing public opinion.
2025/01/23 17:09
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KMT’s poll shows majority opposes DPP’s recall proposal
A Taiwan Brain Trust poll shows 60.9% oppose the DPP’s proposal to recall opposition legislators. The survey highlights public sentiment on key political issues.
2025/01/09 14:31
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TPP’s poll shows doubt over Ko Wen-je corruption case
The Taiwan People’s Party poll reveals public skepticism about Ko Wen-je’s corruption charges. Many question evidence sufficiency and call for fair legal proceedings.
2025/01/09 13:51
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Chiang leads Tsai in tight Taichung mayoral race: TVBS poll
A new poll shows a close race between Johnny Chiang and Tsai Chi-chang for Taichung mayor, with Chiang leading. Age and party allegiance influence voter support.
2025/01/08 11:43
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Ko Wen-je heads home after securing increased NT$70M bail
Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je returns home after posting NT$40 million bail amid charges of embezzlement. His trust rating hits a record low.
2024/12/30 16:58
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President Lai’s approval rating climbs to 51% in new poll
President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating rises to 51%, with 35% disapproval, according to a Taiwanese Public Opinion Foundation poll. Key factors include diplomatic impacts and responses to Chinese military drills.
2024/12/17 10:51
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Tainan mayor sees mixed satisfaction across age groups
A TVBS Poll Center survey shows varied satisfaction with Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che. Young residents report higher approval, while those aged 30-39 show dissatisfaction.
2024/12/16 09:25
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Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen holds steady at 66% approval
Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen maintains a 66% approval rating, with high satisfaction among residents aged 40-59. Critics question her focus on polls.
2024/12/13 08:32
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Taoyuan mayor sees highest satisfaction rate since election
Taoyuan Mayor Chang San-cheng’s approval rating has surged to 53%, with disapproval dropping to 12%, marking the highest satisfaction rate since he took office two years ago.
2024/12/12 11:27
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New Taipei mayor’s approval rating climbs to 53% in new poll
New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih’s approval rating hits 53% as he enters the final two years of his term. A recent poll shows mixed satisfaction among age groups.
2024/12/11 11:23
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Taipei mayor’s approval rating rises to 54% in new TVBS poll
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an sees a 5% rise in approval, with 54% of citizens satisfied. A TVBS poll shows strong support among those over 40. Learn more.
2024/12/10 10:51
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President Lai’s trust level rises to 54% in new poll
President Lai Ching-te’s trust level rises to 54%, according to the latest "My Formosa" poll. The DPP leads in favorability, while the KMT gains support.
2024/10/28 21:00
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Over 70% of Taiwanese back President Lai’s China stance: poll
A recent poll shows over 70% of Taiwanese citizens support President Lai Ching-te’s stance that China cannot represent Taiwan. This consensus spans political parties.
2024/10/18 21:00
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MAC highlights China’s coercion in Taiwan Strait
Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council blames China’s actions for cross-strait tensions, urging dialogue. A poll shows strong public support for President Lai’s policies.
2024/10/07 23:00
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Keelung mayor faces recall vote with mixed public opinion
Keelung Mayor George Hsieh faces a recall vote on Oct. 13. A TVBS poll shows 42% of residents are satisfied with his performance, while 35% are dissatisfied.
2024/09/26 13:48
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Poll: Trump favored to handle potential Taiwan conflict
Poll: 53% of U.S. voters trust Trump over Harris to handle a potential Chinese attack on Taiwan. Swing state voters favor Trump for ending conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine.
2024/09/25 10:56