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Taipei mayoral race 2026

Overview

The Taipei mayoral race intensified in early September as candidates clashed over child abuse protections and administrative competence. DPP candidate Shen Bo-yang urged incumbent Mayor Chiang Wan-an to implement systemic reforms to address rising child abuse cases, arguing that recent incidents indicate a failure in current institutional safeguards.

Chiang responded by stating that the city government has already provided explanations for improper treatment cases, suggesting that issues such as the toxic oil scandal should be addressed by the central government. The campaign has seen an escalation in personal and political attacks, including KMT Councilor Yang Chih-tou labeling Shen a ‘useless legislator’ and a ‘salary thief,’ and Minister Chen Shih-chung claiming Taipei is left with ‘nothing but child abuse and ineffective oversight.’

By mid-September, the focus shifted toward media engagement and security concerns. Following debates regarding interview styles, Shen Bo-yang revealed that he wears a bulletproof vest while traveling abroad, including during a recent trip to Japan, citing concerns regarding being wanted by authorities in mainland China.

As recent polling suggests Shen is closing the gap with Chiang to within single digits, Chiang stated that while he reviews various polls, he remains focused on municipal administration and ongoing city projects. Critics continue to accuse Chiang of avoiding media engagement and failing to address municipal issues effectively, noting a reluctance to participate in interviews even when requested by political allies.

Entities

Chiang Wan-an · Taipei City · Shen Po-yang · Democratic Progressive Party · Chen Shih-chung

Timeline

  1. 10 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Chiang Wan-an addresses interview invitations amid debate over Wang Wei-chung's interview style

    A political interview between Wang Wei-chung and Shen Po-yang has drawn criticism over its assertive style, while Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an addresses claims regarding unaccepted interview invitations.

  2. 14 days ago

    [POLITICS] 6 sources
    Shen Po-yang and Chiang Wan-an clash over Taipei child abuse policies

    Taipei mayoral candidates Shen Po-yang and Chiang Wan-an are clashing over child abuse protections, while political allies exchange sharp personal and administrative criticisms.

  3. 22 days ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Shen Po-yang challenges Chiang Wan-an to municipal policy debates

    DPP Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang is challenging incumbent Chiang Wan-an to public debates on municipal issues and planning courtesy visits to former mayors to build political momentum.

  4. about 2 months ago

    [POLITICS] 3 sources
    Shen Bo-yang Criticizes Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an Ahead of Campaign

    DPP candidate Shen Bo-yang vows to launch new Taipei policies from August, while accusing mayor Chiang Wan-an of stalled projects, budget gaps, and poor social services ahead of the mayoral race.

Sources

ctinews.com · marratxi.es · news.m.pchome.com.tw · nextapple.com.sg · plotcricket.nl · saintmichaels.org.uk · taronews.tw · thehubnews.net · tw.nextapple.com

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