Chiang Wan-an's visits to other counties draw opposition criticism

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's recent public engagements have sparked criticism from the opposition, who accuse him of neglecting his duties in the capital. Chiang visited Yunlin County on May 18 to inspect school lunch ingredients, accompanied by local officials, and later appeared with them again on June 10. He also attended a chocolate and coffee festival in Nantou County.

These trips have led to accusations that Chiang's attention is directed more toward other counties than toward Taipei's own municipal affairs. Shen Po-yang, a candidate for Taipei mayor from the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), stated that while Chiang claims to be focused on city governance, his current schedule suggests otherwise.

"Mayor Chiang says he wants to focus on city affairs, but looking at his current itinerary, his concern for other counties seems to be higher than for Taipei City," Shen remarked. The DPP's Taipei chapter chairman, Wu Pei-yi, and Kaohsiung chapter chairman, Huang Chieh, were also present at a press conference where these criticisms were voiced.

Adding to the political maneuvering, the DPP launched a limited-edition jersey campaign titled "Team Taipei! Team Kaohsiung! Go!" The jerseys, featuring designs inspired by both cities, are available through donations. The campaign aims to foster a connection between the two major cities, with the first batch of donated recipients expected to receive their jerseys by the end of July. The jerseys will bear the names "Taipei" or "Takao" (the former name of Kaohsiung) and incorporate iconic landmarks and cultural symbols from both cities.

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Mayor Chiang says he wants to focus on city affairs, but looking at his current itinerary, his concern for other counties seems to be higher than for Taipei City.