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Ke Wenzhe’s USB controversy: People’s Party demands thorough investigation amidst media scrutiny

Taiwan ·

The USB drive, which reportedly includes detailed financial documentation, has become a focal point in ongoing political discussions. The contents of the drive have raised questions about potential financial irregularities and conflicts of interest, prompting calls for clarity from both the public and political spheres. The People's Party, to which Ko Wenzhe is affiliated, has emphasized the need for an impartial examination of the evidence rather than allowing media coverage to shape public opinion.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Ke Wenzhe faces backlash over Jinghua City floor area ratio claims amidst legal scrutiny

Taiwan ·

Councilors from both major political camps have openly criticized Ko. Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Councilor He Menghua has labeled Ko’s statements as outright lies, highlighting that the issue of Jinghua City's floor area ratio had been raised by city councilors as early as November 2021. He Menghua pointed out that Ko Wenzhe was questioned on related matters at least three years prior, making his recent claims implausible. DPP Councilor Hsu Shu-hua had also brought up similar concerns regarding floor area bonuses in 2023, further questioning Ko’s credibility.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Corruption allegations rock Taipei: Hao and Ke city governments accused of bribery

Taiwan ·

The accusations surfaced following an investigation into the Jinghua City project, a controversial urban redevelopment that has seen significant changes in its floor area ratio. Shen Qingjing, whose company Weiking Group is heavily invested in the project, is alleged to have been pressured by officials to provide bribes in exchange for favorable adjustments to the project's specifications. This has fueled widespread speculation about corruption within the city administrations.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Ke Wenzhe and the Jinghua city controversy

Taiwan ·

Jinghua City, a landmark development initially opened in 2001, was once a thriving commercial hub but faced decline and eventual demolition by 2021. The site, previously known for its spherical architecture and 24-hour shopping, is now being redeveloped by Dingyue, a subsidiary of Weiking Group, into a high-end commercial and office park called Jinghua Plaza. The new project is set to feature four 19-story buildings and is expected to be completed by 2026.

By Ishita Agarwal
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Ke Wenzhe under scrutiny for handling of election subsidies

Taiwan ·

Ke Wenzhe has acknowledged the purchase, stating that his actions align with what he described as common practice among other political parties. According to Ke, the convention is for two-thirds of the election subsidies to be allocated to the individual candidate, with one-third going to the party's central committee. For the recent presidential election, Ke's campaign received a total of 110,713,980 yuan in subsidies. Based on the conventional split, this would imply that approximately 73,809,320 yuan should be attributed to personal use.

By Ishita Agarwal