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.
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.
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.
A 63-year-old man assaulted a female volunteer at a recall campaign event in New Taipei. Police questioned the suspect, who was referred to prosecutors. Learn more about the incident and its political impact.
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.
