Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Who is vying to become next president of Taiwan?

president of Taiwan

Taiwan is gearing up for its presidential and parliamentary elections. Taiwan is set to vote on January 13. Lai and Tsai say only Taiwan’s people can decide their future. Taiwan is gearing up for its presidential and parliamentary elections scheduled for January 13, occurring every four years. Here’s an overview of the presidential candidates and … Read more

Taiwan frontrunner hits China as Foxconn probe turns election issue

Taiwan frontrunner Foxconn probe

Taiwan frontrunner hits China as Foxconn probe turns election issue. Terry Gou is running as an independent candidate for the presidency. Foxconn has been actively diversifying its manufacturing operations. Taiwan’s Vice President, Lai Ching-te, voiced his criticism of China’s investigation into Foxconn, a major Apple supplier, emphasizing that China should value Taiwanese companies and refrain … Read more

Netflix star Tammy Lai joins Gou’s Taiwan presidential bid

Netflix star Tammy Lai joins Gou's Taiwan presidential bid

Taiwan billionaire Terry Gou selected actress Tammy Lai as his vice-presidential candidate for the upcoming presidential election. Tammy Lai, a prominent figure in entertainment, lacks political experience. Terry Gou, founder of Foxconn, runs as an independent amid rising tensions with China. Billionaire Terry Gou of Taiwan has selected actress Tammy Lai, whose Netflix series played … Read more

Taiwan presidential race heats up with Terry Gou’s entry

Terry Gou

Terry Gou has announced his independent candidacy for the Taiwan presidential election in January 2024. Gou’s ambitions include propelling Taiwan to surpass Singapore’s economic prowess. Gou requires an ample number of nominations to officially qualify as a presidential candidate in November. Foxconn’s founder, Terry Gou, has announced his independent candidacy for the Taiwan presidential election … Read more