TAIPEI -- Taiwan's third-biggest political party is primed for a succession race over the next two weeks, after its founder was embroiled in a corruption scandal and gave up the chairmanship.
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Supporters of the opposition Taiwan People's Party (TPP) hold guavas, symbolizing dishonored ballots, during a protest against the Democratic Progressive Party on May 19, 2024, the day before Lai Ching-te was sworn in as president. © Reuters
TAIPEI -- Taiwan's third-biggest political party is primed for a succession race over the next two weeks, after its founder was embroiled in a corruption scandal and gave up the chairmanship.