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Taipei Premier Chen Chien-jen stresses the importance of adhering to constitutional regulations in response to the Kuomintang’s (KMT) plans to expand its personnel power. KMT legislator Weng Hsiao-ling suggests that the Legislative Yuan should have the authority to approve personnel and dismiss unqualified leaders. The KMT also proposes the creation of a Special Investigation Division within Parliament. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislators argue that constitutional amendments must be implemented first. Premier Chen emphasizes that Taiwan is a country governed by the constitution, democracy, and the rule of law, and all agencies should follow constitutional guidelines. The Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) expresses its willingness to collaborate with other parties in reforming the parliament, potentially bringing significant changes to Taiwan’s legal landscape and political power dynamics.

Outgoing Prime Minister of Tuvalu, Kausea Natano, expressed confidence that the majority of newly elected parliament members will support diplomatic relations between Tuvalu and Taiwan. Despite failing to regain his position in the recent elections, Natano emphasized his continued support for the relationship between the two countries. He stated that both novice and seasoned politicians, as well as senior MPs, share this sentiment and will likely continue to support the ties with Taiwan. After the elections, the 16 newly-elected members of Parliament will engage in complex negotiations to form different factions, with the faction holding the most members ultimately forming the new government and electing a prime minister.

Legislative Speaker You Si-kun met with a Lithuanian delegation led by Matas Maldeikis, chairman of the Lithuania-Taiwan parliamentary friendship group. The meeting highlighted Taiwan’s recent election, which had a voter turnout of over 70%, as a clear message from the Taiwanese people to defend democratic freedom and national sovereignty. The delegation included three deputy speakers of the Lithuanian parliament and eight other cross-party lawmakers. Speaker You noted that 2024 is a ＂super election year＂ globally, with Taiwan being the second country to hold elections this year. He also expressed his wishes for Lithuania’s upcoming presidential and parliamentary elections in May and October 2024. The speaker emphasized that elections represent the ＂possibility of choice,＂ ＂freedom to participate in politics,＂ and ＂protection of speech,＂ which are rights unfathomable under authoritarian rule. He called on global democratic allies to unite in facing authoritarian challenges and safeguarding democracy and prosperity worldwide. Speaker You expressed gratitude for Lithuania’s support and highlighted the countries’ cooperation on humanitarian aid, particularly in helping Ukrainian students return to school.

Kuomintang (KMT) lawmaker Johnny Chiang announces plans for parliamentary reform, aiming to create a more representative legislature. Chiang criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for reducing the legislative yuan to an executive department during their eight-year term. He proposes amendments to ensure substantive responses from officials and full access to concealed data. Chiang emphasizes the importance of protecting parliamentary dignity, maintaining oversight balance, and preventing administrative abuses. He welcomes the end of single-party dominance and hopes for a more diverse democratic practice in the new legislative yuan. Chiang calls for extensive discussions on legislative amendments and collective effort to establish a new parliament that honors fresh public opinion.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) president-elect, Lai Ching-te, and vice president-elect, Hsiao Bi-khim, have begun their nationwide bento box meeting tour to engage with local concerns and express gratitude to election staff and volunteers. The tour started in Kaohsiung and Pingtung in southern Taiwan and will continue for two weeks, covering the entire island and its outer islands. The bento box meetings aim to create a relaxed atmosphere for discussions on the post-election situation and the future of the new parliament. Despite the election results, the DPP remains committed to listening to local opinions in the new political landscape.

Taiwan’s commitment to renewable energy remains strong despite the recent general election results, according to Taipower. The acting chairman emphasized that the development of renewable energy is now a significant trend, no longer dependent on political parties. While Taipower’s total electricity sale in 2023 decreased by 1.6% due to reduced industry consumption, power use in commercial and domestic sectors has increased. The chairman highlighted the importance of green energy for Taiwan’s export-oriented industries and expressed the relentless drive for renewable energy. Regarding potential adjustments or innovative approaches, further evaluation is necessary. In response to questions about nuclear energy, Taipower stated that the new congress would hold discussions on power use and choice, and the company is prepared to provide data and respect any decisions made by the parliament.

The Kuomintang (KMT) responds to proposals from the Taiwan People’s Party (TPP) regarding future operations in the new legislature, promising to respect the opinions of the Legislative Yuan party groups. As the majority in parliament, the KMT pledges to provide vigorous oversight and advance the issues agreed upon in the cross-party meeting with the TPP on October 30th last year. Agreed matters include peace and stability across the Taiwan Strait, resumption of cross-strait dialogue, environmental sustainability, national security, public health, and strengthening the legislature’s function under the existing constitutional system. The KMT emphasizes its unchanged vision for Taiwan’s future development. Additionally, they plan to scrutinize issues such as the controversy over the purchase contracts of the Medigen COVID-19 vaccine by the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) government. The KMT welcomes those with similar political ideals to join in preventing authoritarian one-party rule and ensuring democracy aligns with the public’s wishes.

Taiwan People’s Party vice presidential candidate Cynthia Wu expresses disappointment with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) over its handling of diplomatic challenges during COP28. Wu emphasizes the need for the government to reconsider its approach to enhance the economy and diplomacy simultaneously. She highlights the recent consensus in the European Union (EU), where over 700 members of the EU Parliament passed a motion to negotiate bilateral free trade agreements with Taiwan. Wu credits MOFA, the Legislative Yuan, and herself for raising Taiwan’s international profile.

Kuomintang (KMT) Chairman Eric Chu aims to secure a parliamentary majority and form a coalition government with the assistance of the Hou-Jaw ticket. Chu believes that voters will intelligently concentrate their votes at the last moment. The aversion to the Hou-Jaw ticket among competing candidates is relatively low at 13.6 percent, making it the second choice for many voters. The KMT is focused on obtaining over half of the parliamentary seats and establishing a coalition government. The party’s youngest group of legislative at-large candidates, averaging 47 years of age, reflects a youthful push in the KMT’s legislative presence. In the presidential race, the KMT is unwavering in its support for its nominated candidate Hou Yu-ih and vows to fight fiercely to unseat the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) with the wisdom of the electorate.

In an exclusive interview with BBC World Service flagship program Newshour, Taiwan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Joseph Wu, discussed the increasing disturbances in Taiwan-China relations. Minister Wu highlighted the significance of international support, citing the visit of then-US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi as a positive diplomatic move. He also drew attention to China’s efforts to hinder Taiwan’s participation in international events. Wu welcomed the wave of international visitors expressing support for Taiwan, including the Vice President of the European Parliament and legislative speakers from Czechia and Lithuania. He urged democratic countries to be vigilant against potential interference from China in the upcoming presidential election and to voice their discontent over sensitive issues. Minister Wu drew three valuable lessons from the Ukraine-Russia conflict, commending the Ukrainian people’s commitment to defending their homeland, acknowledging the effectiveness of asymmetric warfare tactics, and emphasizing the importance of global support for invaded nations.

Taiwan announced its withdrawal from the Central American Parliament (Parlacen) on Tuesday (Aug. 22) and strongly condemned both Nicaragua and China after being voted out of the Parlacen body. 

Premier Chen Chien-jen reported on July 18 (Tuesday) on the ＂Prevention of Sexual Harassment＂ concerning the amendments to three gender equality laws at the Legislative Yuan (Parliament).

The UK Parliament has revealed that former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss received over NT＄3.58 million (US＄115,000) for her four-day visit to Taiwan, sparking suspicions and criticism from opposition parties in Taiwan.

Czech Republic’s Parliament Speaker, Marketa Pekarova Adamova, declared on Tuesday that her country would support Taiwan without fail in a statement made during her address to the Legislative Yuan (parliament).

歐洲議會（European Parliament）議長梅特索拉（Roberta Metsola）的發言人今天表示，梅特索拉已邀請億萬富豪馬斯克（Elon Musk）出席議會作證。

A few days before the sudden dissolution of Malaysia’s parliament, TVBS conducted an exclusive interview with former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad on his views toward cross-strait relations and the U.S. tense relationship with China.

歐洲議會（European Parliament）近日對永續能源選擇進行表決，以328票贊成、278票反對與33票棄權的結果，將天然氣與核能列入該聯盟永續能源（綠能）列表之內，但這個結果卻掀起諸多爭議。《CNBC》報導，不僅德國等國表達反核能的立場，以綠色和平（Greenpeace）為首的環保團體更是不滿這個結果，揚言將提起申訴、甚至不排除向歐洲法院提告試圖推翻決定。看在環團眼中，卻完全無法接受這個決議，綠色和平組織立即向歐洲執委會提出抗議，要求重新檢視整個提案並展開內部調查；倘若未獲合理結果，他們揚言將赴歐洲法院，正式提出法律訴訟對抗到底。「這一切都與骯髒政治利益有關，承認核能與天然氣為永續能源，就是公然允許更多資金流入普欽（Vladimir Putin）的口袋內！」

瑞士信貸銀行文件外洩之後，歐洲議會（European Parliament）第一大黨「歐洲人民黨」今天呼籲檢討瑞士銀行業作為，並討論是否將瑞士列入歐洲聯盟（EU）洗錢黑名單。

英國女王伊莉莎白二世（Elizabeth II）昨（14）日前往威爾斯議會（Welsh parliament），提及本月底將舉辦的氣候會議時，伊莉莎白直言部分國家的領導人在解決氣候危機方面「光說不做」，讓她相當惱怒。

歐洲議會（European Parliament）議員今天表決通過，呼籲歐洲聯盟（EU）官員不要參加2022年北京冬季奧運，除非中國改善香港和少數民族維吾爾穆斯林的人權狀況。

斯洛維尼亞政府為討論北京「令人無法接受地」制裁歐洲議會（European Parliament）議員和組織，今天成為最新一個召見中國大使的歐洲聯盟（EU）國家。

歐洲議會（European Parliament）最快會在下週表決新版網路版權法，網路巨擘Google（谷歌）今天表示，相關法規將傷害「未來數十年」的歐洲，敦促議員不要通過。

英國大選今天晚間10時結束投票，根據出口民調結果，沒有政黨取得過半議席，將出現僵局國會（hung Parliament）。根據由英國廣播公司（BBC）、天空廣播集團（Sky）、ITV等多家媒體合作的出口民調，保守黨取得314席次、工黨266席次、蘇格蘭民族黨（SNP）34席、自由民主黨14席、威爾斯國民黨（Plaid Cymru）3席、綠黨1席，其他18席。

英國國會大選投票，已經在台灣時間7日清晨5點結束，根據投票所出口民調顯示，在野黨與保守黨贏面較大，預料英國將會出現三黨不過半的局面，出現所謂的「懸空國會」-「hung parliament」，屆時勢必要組成聯合政府。