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Premier considers national Labor Day holiday amendment
Premier Chen Chien-Jen addresses inquiries on the possibility of a unified Labor Day holiday on May 1 in Taiwan, pending a meeting with the Ministry of the Interior. Legislation amendments may be considered if a decision is reached before May 20, as discussed in response to concerns raised by KMT legislator Wang Hung-wei and the National Federation of Teachers Unions.2024/03/15 17:52 -
KMT officially proposes the "Absentee Voting Act"
The Kuomintang (KMT) has proposed the Absentee Voting Act in response to the need for voting rights for citizens unable to return to their hometowns for elections. The 2021 census revealed that nearly 2 million people work or study outside their home regions, making an absentee voting system necessary. KMT lawmakers argue that this system would increase voter turnout, deepen democracy, protect constitutional voting rights, and is vital for further legislation. The delay in implementing absentee voting in Taiwan has put the country behind other developed nations that have already adopted this global trend.2024/01/24 15:07 -
KMT legislator concerned over U.S.-Taiwan-China relations
Kuomintang candidate Wang Hung-wei raises concerns about the impact of Democratic Progressive Party candidate Lai Ching-te’s presidential victory on Taiwan Strait stability and U.S.-China relations, questioning the future of Taiwan under Lai’s leadership.2024/01/14 17:16 -
KMT and DPP fined for billboard breaches in Taipei
The Taipei City Construction Management Office has fined the campaign headquarters of Kuomintang (KMT) legislative candidate Wang Hung-wei NT$10,000 for a billboard violation. The office has also requested rectifications. Additionally, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) presidential candidate Lai Ching-te has been found to be in violation of size regulations for two campaign materials, and a notice for a fine will be issued to Lai’s campaign soon. These actions come after Taipei updated regulations for managing campaign material in preparation for the 2024 presidential and legislative elections. This is the first enforcement of the revised regulations. So far, the office has received 34 reports of campaign advertisement violations, with 11 cases from the KMT and 19 from the DPP. The office is urging all candidates to adhere to the regulations to ensure a clean election in the city.2023/12/30 18:44 -
CTOC president announces Olympics winners’ cash prizes raise
The Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee president has announced an increase in cash prizes for winners at the Paris Olympics next year. Bronze medalists will now receive NT$1,000,000, silver medalists NT$2,000,000, and gold medalists NT$5,000,000. The announcement was made during a celebratory banquet held by the Hungtao Sports Development Foundation to honor Taiwanese athletes’ outstanding performance at the Hangzhou Asian Games.2023/10/29 12:59 -
National Day celebration glitters with athletes’ triumph
Taiwanese athletes steal the spotlight at Taipei’s National Day celebration. Asian Games champions join the festivities, adding extra shine to the event. Notable sports figures like Judoka Yang Yung-wei and swimmer Wang Kuan-hung make an appearance, receiving a warm welcome from an enthusiastic crowd. The day features a precise military parade and lively performances, blending sports and national pride.2023/10/10 18:20 -
Enoch Wu thanks supporters after losing by-election
Wang Hung-wei recieved 52.26% of the total votes in the Taipei by-election on Sunday, while Enoch Wu received 47.27%.2023/01/10 09:04 -
Taipei candidates in last-ditch effort before by-election
The Taipei City legislative by-election will unfold on Sunday (Jan. 8).2023/01/07 19:00 -
Candidates campaign hard for Taipei legislative by-election
With less than a week to go before the Taipei legislative by-election on Jan. 8, candidates from all parties have been campaigning hard.2023/01/05 19:48 -
DPP’s Enoch Wu struggles in latest TVBS poll
With 11 days to go before legislative by-elections on Jan. 8, Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Enoch Wu can be seen building his grassroots support in Taipei City.2022/12/29 19:29 -
Enoch Wu responds to inquiries on extending military service
The ruling Democratic Progressive Party’s (DPP) candidate for the Taipei legislative by-election, Enoch Wu (吳怡農), responded to people’s concerns about his proposed policy on extending the military service on Wednesday (Dec. 14).2022/12/16 11:24