Reported about 1 year ago
On July 6, 2024, ex-Tao Yuan Mayor and current Chairman of the Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, was summoned by the Tao Yuan District Prosecutors' Office for suspected corruption. Japanese media veteran Akio Yaita commented that although this incident might temporarily tarnish the Democratic Progressive Party's (DPP) reputation, in the long run, it can demonstrate that the DPP administration does not condone corrupt practices unlike some opposition parties. Yaita emphasized the importance of the independence of Taiwan's judiciary, stating that regardless of political affiliation, investigations into criminal acts should be pursued. The DPP and President Tsai have both stressed the need to 'respect the judiciary.' Yaita also addressed accusations of this incident being an internal turmoil within the DPP, calling them severe without concrete evidence. He believes that this situation presents an opportunity for the DPP to show zero tolerance towards corruption and contrasts the approach of some opposition parties that tolerate individuals with criminal records in crucial positions.
Source: YAHOO