Taiwan's legislature has passed a referendum proposal challenging court-imposed limits on the death penalty, with a national vote set for August 23. Learn how this historic move could reshape judicial power, human rights, and political dynamics.
A Kuomintang (KMT) legislative aide, Chang Fang-shuo, has been detained over allegations of forging signatures, including those of deceased individuals, in a recall petition against Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) legislator Wu Li-hua.
The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has filed a petition with Taiwan's Constitutional Court challenging the 2025 General Budget Proposal and revisions to the Act Governing the Allocation of Government Revenues and Expenditures, arguing that they violate constitutional principles. This move sparks political tensions in Taiwan’s legislature and raises questions about fiscal fairness and judicial independence.
Two KMT staffers detained in Taichung for allegedly forging recall petition documents and misusing personal data in efforts against DPP lawmakers. Full report, analysis, and political context.
Taiwan prosecutors investigate alleged falsification of recall signatures targeting lawmakers from both DPP and KMT. At least 10 individuals questioned, political offices raided in growing legal and political storm.
Thousands rally in Taipei against the Kuomintang, calling for recall campaigns to remove lawmakers accused of pro-China stances. The political divide intensifies as Taiwan faces external pressures.
Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te and Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an emphasize social stability amid political tensions, following Chiang's call for a no-confidence vote against the Cabinet.
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te orders strict travel and contact reporting rules for DPP members amid Chinese espionage concerns. The move comes after alleged spies were found within the party. Full story, analysis, and implications.
The KMT is set to hold 100 policy briefings nationwide to counter the DPP’s budget plans and recall campaigns. Key topics include a NT$10,000 tax rebate, government spending cuts, and fiscal reforms.
Taiwan’s Legislature has upheld the 2025 central government budget plan, rejecting the Cabinet’s attempt to overturn it. With opposition parties KMT and TPP holding a majority, the vote 61-51 blocked Premier Cho Jung-tai’s request for a revote. Will the DPP challenge the decision in the Constitutional Court? Read the full analysis here.
