Taiwan protest 結果共76筆

Over 10,000 protesters rallied in Taipei Sunday to denounce the 17-year prison sentence for former TPP Chairman Ko Wen-je in the Core Pacific City scandal.

Taiwan’s Taipei District Court sentenced former Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je to 17 years for corruption. Ko claims political persecution, plans to appeal.

Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je sentenced to 17 years, denounces verdict as politically motivated. Taiwan’s opposition debates unity ahead of protest.

Anti-nuclear protesters rallied outside Taiwan’s Executive Yuan, accusing President Lai of betraying election promises on energy conservation and nuclear power.

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office labels Taiwan officials as ＂independence separatists,＂ sparking protest from Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council. The council defends Taiwan’s sovereignty and condemns China’s actions.

Mayor Chiang travels to the Shanghai-Taipei City Forum despite pro-independence protests accusing him of Xi Jinping allegiance at Songshan Airport.

The Taiwan Railway Union began a hunger strike in Taipei to protest a court ruling on leave rights. The strike, lasting five days, highlights labor concerns.

EVA Air flight attendants protested in Taipei, demanding better leave policies after a colleague’s death. Unions seek legal protection and policy changes.

Taiwan’s political parties demand changes to the high-speed rail’s ＂quiet car＂ policy due to public confusion regarding parents with young children. The rail company revises its approach to address concerns.

Prospective teachers in Taiwan protest administrative burdens and lawsuits, fearing they deter students from teaching careers. Unions demand policy changes.

Environmental activists and Changhua fishermen protested a Ministry of Environment meeting on Aug. 28, voicing concerns over the Haiding 1 wind farm’s impact on local livelihoods and marine life.

Taiwanese groups protested a policy requiring Chinese spouses to renounce citizenship, affecting 12,000 people. They demand a halt to the mandate and a government apology.

Costa Rica sent officials to Taiwan for intelligence training, marking the first exchange since 2007. The move drew China’s protest, citing the One China policy.

Protesters accuse TSMC of negligence in workplace safety, citing 10 worker deaths. CEO C.C. Wei apologizes and vows to improve safety management.

Protesters in Fangyuan Township oppose a new funeral home and crematorium project, citing environmental concerns. The Changhua County Government pledges dialogue.

Childcare workers in Taiwan will join the May Day Action Alliance on May 1, 2025, to protest workplace bullying and demand better labor conditions. The Alliance of Educare Trade Unions highlights issues like low wages, long hours, and inadequate teacher-student ratios. Despite salary increases, many workers face pay deductions for taking vacations. The union calls for legislative action to improve conditions and adhere to labor laws.

Labor groups protested at Taipei Metro, demanding accrued leave for outsourced cleaners. The union highlighted long tenures and lost wages. Taipei Metro will consider the request.

KMT Chairman Eric Chu announced full support for recalling President Lai Ching-te, integrating it into party evaluations. Chu criticized Lai’s remarks and urged KMT cooperation.

Thousands of protesters braved heavy rain in Taipei to voice opposition against President Lai Ching-te’s policies, as KMT and TPP leaders criticized the DPP for orchestrating recall campaigns against opposition legislators. Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an compared Taiwan under DPP rule to a dictatorship, while TPP Chairman Huang referenced detained former mayor Ko Wen-je as a symbol of resistance. The demonstration gains significance amid concerns about Taiwan’s export economy and democratic institutions.

The Kuomintang plans a peaceful protest on April 26 in Taipei, challenging President Lai and the Democratic Progressive Party. The KMT aims to defend Taiwan’s democracy and judicial independence.

Taipei police will deploy 400 officers for the KMT rally on Saturday, adjusting numbers as needed. Officials aim to ensure safety and manage unauthorized flags.

The Kuomintang plans a rally in Taipei on April 26 to protest alleged forgery in a recall petition. Party leaders criticize the investigation and urge public support.

The Kuomintang’s Taichung branch plans to send 65 tour buses to a protest in Taipei against alleged fraudulent petition signatures. Mayor Lu Shiow-yen will join.

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen plans to join a KMT protest in Taipei on April 26, urging economic recovery amid Taiwan’s financial crisis. She calls for unity between parties to prioritize citizens’ welfare.

Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen mourns Pope Francis’s death, praising his values of peace and love. She remains silent on local political events, avoiding media questions.