Reported about 1 year ago
Former Taoyuan mayor and current chairman of the Strait Exchange Foundation, Cheng Wen-tsang, suspected of violating the anti-corruption law, was granted bail of 5 million New Taiwan dollars with restrictions by the court after the Taoyuan District Prosecutors Office applied for detention and prohibition of meetings. President Tsai Ing-wen emphasized the importance of fighting fraud, eradicating crime, and combating corruption as crucial government tasks to meet public expectations, regardless of party affiliation, urging thorough investigation without leniency for illegal actions. Tsai's comments came during a public event where he stressed the government's responsibility to maintain national development, social stability, and meet people's expectations.
Source: YAHOO