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Recall wave drives Taiwan’s word of year selection in 2025
Taiwan has selected "罷" (ba), meaning "stop" or "dismiss," as its word of the year for 2025, with over 15,000 public votes. The character reflects Taiwan’s political climate marked by a wave of recall elections. United Daily News organized the 18th annual poll, with Olympic gold medalist Lin Yu-ting participating in the announcement event. The selection surpassed "詐" (frauds) and "淹" (flood), highlighting major societal concerns in Taiwan.
2025/12/11 12:00
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Chaotic clash leads to budget cut in Hsinchu City council
Hsinchu councilors clashed over the 2026 budget. DPP and NPP wanted a line-by-line review. KMT, TPP, and independents supported bundling. The final vote approved an NT$80 million cut.
2025/12/03 15:04
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Taiwan legislature splits on telecommunications regulators
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan voted on NCC commissioner nominees. The DPP supports the nominees, while the KMT and TPP oppose them, citing concerns over independence.
2025/11/07 12:00
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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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Kaohsiung fried chicken fest reveals 2025 vendor lineup
Kaohsiung’s 2025 Fried Chicken Festival will feature 65 vendors, including award-winning brands, at the Far Eastern Department Store on Nov. 15-16. Enjoy diverse flavors and vote for the best fried chicken.
2025/10/16 06:00
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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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Taiwan opposition party prepares for leadership vote
Kuomintang Chairman Eric Chu reaffirms leadership transition plans, urging unity for future elections. He emphasizes anticorruption and strategic communication efforts.
2025/08/27 20:00
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Taiwan nuclear referendum fails despite majority support
Taiwan’s Central Election Commission counted votes for a nuclear plant referendum and recall efforts. The referendum failed due to low turnout, while recall votes showed higher engagement but did not succeed.
2025/08/23 20:17
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Taiwan votes on nuclear plant restart in energy referendum
Taiwanese voters cast ballots Saturday in a crucial referendum on restarting the Maanshan Nuclear Power Plant, shut down in May. Premier Cho Jung-tai and Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang urge participation as Taiwan debates its nuclear-free energy future.
2025/08/23 16:27
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Lai Ching-te casts vote on nuclear power plant restart
President Lai Ching-te voted in Tainan for the nuclear power plant referendum. He later inspected post-typhoon recovery efforts in Cigu, focusing on home restoration.
2025/08/23 12:45
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Taipei mayor rallies against Taichung recall efforts
Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an and Deputy Speaker Chiang Chi-chen rally against recall votes in Taichung City, urging citizens to protect Taiwan’s democracy.
2025/08/22 17:49
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Speculation grows over possible cabinet reshuffle
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te attended a renaming ceremony amid speculation of a cabinet reshuffle following failed recall votes. Pressure mounts with another recall vote and a nuclear power plant referendum approaching.
2025/08/19 18:14
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New Taipei succession battle heats up ahead of 2026 vote
New Taipei City Mayor Hou Yu-ih stresses genuine governance efforts at a kindergarten principals’ meeting. An ERA News poll shows potential KMT candidates’ standings for the 2026 mayoral race, with Lee Shu-chuan leading against DPP’s Su Chiao-hui.
2025/08/19 16:00
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Pegatron, TPP leaders back nuclear plant referendum
Pegatron and Taiwan People’s Party leaders back a referendum to extend Taiwan’s third nuclear plant’s life, challenging the non-nuclear policy. The Aug. 23 vote could reshape energy policy amid climate and energy pressures.
2025/08/04 18:19
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Taiwan recall vote aftermath sparks heated political row
President Lai Ching-te faces criticism after failed recall attempts. At a DPP meeting, he apologized and pledged support ahead of the Aug. 23 vote. Chairman Huang Kuo-chang criticized Lai’s approach, urging unity and healing for Taiwan.
2025/07/31 14:00
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President Lai pledges DPP support for Taiwan 2nd recall bid
President Lai Ching-te of Taiwan’s DPP pledges support for civic groups as a second recall vote nears. He acknowledges past shortcomings and emphasizes democratic values.
2025/07/30 16:29
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Taiwan’s KMT to announce chairmanship election schedule
The Kuomintang plans to announce its chairmanship election schedule on July 30, amid discussions to delay registration until after the Aug. 23 recall vote.
2025/07/29 13:00
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Fu Kun-chi thanks supporters with motorcade tour
Fu Kun-chi, a KMT legislator, survives a recall vote in Hualien County. He thanks supporters with a motorcade tour, while recall campaigners reflect on their efforts.
2025/07/28 16:42
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Taiwan’s DPP secretary-general resigns after recall failures
Lin Yu-chang resigns as DPP secretary-general after recall vote setbacks. He takes responsibility for the party’s performance and praises volunteers’ dedication.
2025/07/28 14:39
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Taiwan ruling party suffers crushing defeat in recall vote
Taiwan’s ruling Democratic Progressive Party suffered a crushing defeat as voters rejected attempts to recall 24 opposition legislators, dealing a severe blow to President Lai Ching-te’s reform agenda and potentially locking the island into continued political deadlock.
2025/07/26 22:37
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Former President Tsai casts ballot in Taiwan recall vote
Former President Tsai Ing-wen voted in Taipei, drawing public attention. Today’s recall election could impact the opposition’s legislative control. Results expected tonight.
2025/07/26 17:17
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Mass recall vote tests Taiwan’s democratic institutions
Taiwan holds unprecedented recall elections targeting 24 opposition legislators and one mayor as Premier Cho Jung-tai and political leaders cast ballots in historic democratic exercise that could reshape parliamentary control and break legislative gridlock.
2025/07/26 15:12
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Legislative vote blocks Taiwan’s highest court nominees
Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan voted on Judicial Yuan nominees, with KMT and TPP opposing. Concerns included nominees’ qualifications and independence.
2025/07/25 15:00
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Taiwan court denies Ko Wen-je’s bid to vote from detention
The Taipei High Administrative Court denied former Mayor Ko Wen-je’s request to vote in a recall while detained. The court cited no legal basis for his appeal.
2025/07/25 13:00
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What to know about Taiwan’s upcoming recall vote
Taiwan will hold a crucial recall vote on July 26 for two dozen legislators and the Hsinchu City mayor. Voters must follow special rules, with violations possibly leading to fines or imprisonment.
2025/07/24 17:59