# Tsai Ing-wen involvement in DPP local election campaigns

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/tsai-ing-wen-involvement-in-dpp-local-election-campaigns
> Updated: 2026-08-29T03:35:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Former President Tsai Ing-wen has begun taking on leadership roles for Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) candidates ahead of the 2026 local elections. She officially agreed to serve as the chairperson of the campaign headquarters for Chen Ying, the DPP candidate for Taitung County magistrate. Chen noted that Tsai’s involvement signals “unity” and strong party cohesion.

Following this appointment, speculation has emerged regarding whether Tsai will also lead the campaign for Taipei mayoral candidate Shen Po-yang. While Tsai has already taken on chairmanship roles for candidates in Taitung, Keelung, and New Taipei City, Shen has not yet confirmed his campaign leadership. DPP legislator Wang Shih-chien suggested that Tsai’s involvement in such roles would be expected, noting that while she seeks a quieter life, she continues to monitor the political landscape and may assist as her capacity allows.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Sarawak man arrested for fatal stabbing of five-year-old nephew

A 50-year-old man in Sarawak, Malaysia, was arrested for the fatal stabbing of his five-year-old nephew with a parang.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tsai-ing-wen-may-lead-shen-po-yangs-campaign

### 2026-08-04: Tsai Ing-wen to Head Campaign Headquarters for Taitung Candidate Chen Ying

Tsai Ing-wen will chair the campaign headquarters for Taitung County candidate Chen Ying, aiming to unite the DPP and boost development ahead of the 2026 local elections.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tsai-ing-wen-to-head-campaign-headquarters-for-taitung-candidate-chen-ying

---
Cite as: Tsai Ing-wen involvement in DPP local election campaigns. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/tsai-ing-wen-involvement-in-dpp-local-election-campaigns