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Election security concerns fuel Taiwan media blackout debate
DPP’s Chung Chia-pin defends the 10-day cooling-off period, warning against KMT’s proposal to reduce it. Concerns include fake news and Chinese interference.
2025/10/27 16:37
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Cheng Li-wen: Taiwan’s newly elected KMT party chairwoman
Cheng Li-wen won the KMT chair election, becoming the second woman to lead the party. Despite internal challenges, she plans to focus on achieving consensus with China.
2025/10/20 16:47
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Taiwan opposition leader promises legislative majority
Kuomintang Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen met with the party’s Legislative Yuan caucus, expressing confidence in winning the 2028 elections. She praised members’ resilience and pledged support for laborers, farmers, and businesses. Cheng emphasized the importance of the 2026 elections and the KMT’s role in uniting Taiwan.
2025/10/20 14:16
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KMT chair hopefuls make final push ahead of Saturday ballot
Candidates intensify campaigns for the Kuomintang chair election in Taiwan. Cheng Li-wun, Hau Lung-pin, and Lo Chih-chiang employ unique strategies amid controversies and rumors of foreign interference.
2025/10/17 15:00
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Taiwan intelligence uncovers KMT election interference bid
Taiwan’s National Security Bureau detects foreign influence in the KMT chairman election through TikTok and YouTube videos. An investigation is underway.
2025/10/15 15:11
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Cheng Li-wen leads Kuomintang chairmanship race in poll
Cheng Li-wen leads the Kuomintang chair race with 49.1% support, according to an ETtoday poll. The election is set for Oct. 18. Cheng is seen as capable of revitalizing the party, with 50.8% of members optimistic about her win.
2025/10/14 18:00
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Taiwan’s KMT sees tight race for party leadership position
The Kuomintang’s leadership race heats up as Cheng Li-wun leads with 30% support, surpassing Hau Lung-pin. The election is set for Oct. 18.
2025/10/03 15:07
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Taiwan warns U.S. Congress of China’s escalating spy tactics
Judge Hsu Kai-chieh briefed the CECC on Chinese infiltration in Taiwan, highlighting espionage, societal division, and tech espionage. He urged global cooperation.
2025/10/03 13:00
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Enoch Wu confirms interest in running for Taipei office
Enoch Wu, founder of the Forward Alliance, announces his interest in running for office in Taipei. He urges the DPP to consider a thoughtful nomination process. Wu also highlights recovery efforts in Hualien, emphasizing infrastructure and disaster preparedness.
2025/10/02 17:00
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Kuomintang leadership hopefuls prepare for TV debate
Six candidates for the Kuomintang chairmanship debated on Oct. 2, hosted by TVBS and United Daily News. The event aimed to clarify their visions and positions.
2025/10/02 12:00
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Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai reaches 64% approval rating
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai achieved a record 64% approval rating despite 44% of residents criticizing his handling of the Meinong sand mining scandal, according to a new TVBS poll ahead of the 2026 election.
2025/09/25 16:46
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Mayor Chen calls for coordination among DPP mayoral hopefuls
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai urges Democratic Progressive Party candidates to discuss before the primary election. He stresses unity and clear policy visions.
2025/09/19 16:56
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Taiwan ruling party holds caucus leadership election
The Democratic Progressive Party in Taiwan elected Chung Chia-pin as chief convener and reappointed Chen Pei-yu as secretary-general. This follows a call for internal elections by DPP chairman Lai Ching-te.
2025/09/19 13:00
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Taiwan ruling party confronts trust crisis in election
DPP legislator Lin Tai-hua urges reforms to regain public trust amid the 2026 Kaohsiung mayoral primary. Polls show Lai Jui-lung leading the race.
2025/09/17 17:56
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Ruling DPP to accelerate local election candidate selection
The Democratic Progressive Party’s Election Strategy Committee met to finalize mayoral nominations before the Lunar New Year. They aim to reduce internal conflict and evaluate each district individually.
2025/09/17 17:00
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Former local magistrate pledges cross-party cooperation
Cho Po-yuan and Tsai Chih-hong join the KMT chairman race. Cho aims to foster KMT-TPP cooperation, advocate judicial reform, and promote cross-strait peace.
2025/09/17 16:43
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Typhoon Danas fallout transforms Tainan election outlook
Typhoon Danas disaster response criticism has dramatically reshaped Tainan’s 2026 mayoral race, with opposition candidate Hsieh Lung-chieh gaining ground against ruling party frontrunner Chen Ting-fei as Mayor Huang Wei-che’s approval hits historic lows.
2025/09/16 11:18
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Taiwan opposition party starts chairman election process
KMT legislators Lo Chih-chiang and Hsu Chiao-hsin collected candidacy forms for the Oct. 18 election. Key figures discuss strategies to unify the party.
2025/09/15 14:37
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KMT legislator Fu Kun-chi eyes party chairmanship race
KMT legislator Fu Kun-chi aims for party chairmanship despite past expulsion. The election is set for Oct. 18. Former Taipei mayor Hau Lung-bin also joins the race.
2025/09/12 11:41
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Lai Ching-te urges unity for 2026 Taiwan elections
DPP Chairman Lai Ching-te forms the 2026 Election Strategy Committee to prepare for Taiwan’s local elections. He stresses unity and adherence to party rules.
2025/09/03 16:44
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Taiwan’s main opposition schedules October chair vote
The Kuomintang (KMT) will elect a new chair on Oct. 18, with inauguration on Nov. 1. The event may address constitutional amendments. Key candidates include Chang Ya-chung and Lo Chih-chiang.
2025/09/02 14:00
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DPP leader Ker Chien-ming resists calls to step down
Ker Chien-ming, DPP caucus leader, faces pressure to resign as the legislative session starts. Despite internal challenges, he plans to serve until Feb. 1, 2026.
2025/09/01 19:29
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President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating drops to record 31%
Poll results show President Lai Ching-te’s approval rating has dropped to 31%, a new low. Media analyst Huang Wei-han warns of potential risks to Lai’s future if changes aren’t made.
2025/08/29 10:09
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Ma Ying-jeou won’t seek Kuomintang party leadership
Former President Ma Ying-jeou will not run for KMT chairman, says Hsiao Hsu-tsen. Ma supports new leadership for the party, focusing on the 2028 election.
2025/08/28 19:00
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Taiwan opposition leader slams cabinet shake-up after recall
Taiwan’s government reshuffles its Cabinet, affecting 10 agencies and 16 officials. KMT Chairman Eric Chu criticizes the changes, urging party unity for future elections.
2025/08/27 16:38