TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The Taiwan People's Party (TPP), under the leadership of Chairman Ko Wen-je, on Wednesday (Jan. 31) nominated Huang Shan-shan for its speaker bid at the legislature. The strategic move comes amid a fierce contest for TPP's support between the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) and Kuomintang (KMT) candidates.
Chairman Ko and eight TPP legislators-at-large revealed Huang's nomination in a press conference, marking a significant turn in the political strategy. The party's decision could reshape the legislative body as the TPP committee members threaten to abstain from a second voting round if the initial round fails to elect a speaker.
The nomination represents a clear shift for the TPP, signaling a potential change in strategy for the party. This move could lead to complications and uncertainty within the legislative body, as the election of Taiwan's new legislative speaker approaches, capturing the nation's attention.