Chiou Chiu-mei attacks Performing Arts Union chairwoman again! Vows to quit Mayor Chiang Wan-an's team with 'Chinese spirit'
Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Veteran artist Chiou Chiu-mei is publicly accusing Taipei Performing Arts Union chairwoman Tsao Yu-ting of being a "Chinese big spender" and questioning her appointment to a city government advisory role.
- Tsao Yu-ting denies being a Chinese national, and Taipei's Labor Affairs Bureau has confirmed her Taiwanese citizenship and compliant appointment.
- Chiou Chiu-mei insists she has evidence and has threatened legal action, demanding Tsao Yu-ting withdraw from Mayor Chiang Wan-an's advisory team.
Veteran artist Chiou Chiu-mei has reignited a public dispute with Taipei Performing Arts Union chairwoman Tsao Yu-ting, accusing her of being a "Chinese big spender" and questioning her inclusion on Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's advisory committee under a dual name.
If you are willing to withdraw first, you must automatically withdraw from Mayor Chiang Wan-an's advisory team!
Tsao Yu-ting has firmly denied being a Chinese national. Taipei's Labor Affairs Bureau has corroborated this, stating she is a Taiwanese citizen and her appointment adheres to regulations. Despite these clarifications, Chiou Chiu-mei escalated her criticism on social media, demanding Tsao Yu-ting withdraw from the mayor's advisory group, invoking "Chinese spirit."
If you do not truly repent and reform, and return the money, I will definitely keep chasing you.
Chiou Chiu-mei claims to possess substantial evidence and has threatened to present it in court. She stated her intention to pursue legal action, including a counter-accusation of defamation if Tsao Yu-ting sues her for damaging her reputation. Chiou emphasized her pursuit of justice and truth, asserting she is not seeking personal gain.
I am not someone who seeks the spotlight. Fighting for my rights is entirely about pursuing justice and truth, without regret or seeking any payment.
The dispute has drawn significant media attention. Chiou has apologized to reporters for her unavailability, explaining her focus on legal proceedings. She warned that the repercussions of this incident could potentially affect Mayor Chiang Wan-an if Tsao Yu-ting does not handle the situation appropriately.
All relevant news can be found online; at that time, I will counter-sue the other party for false accusation, and this incident must be something the other party can 'endure'.
Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.