DPP Nominates Candidates for Nantou, Jiji Mayoral Races

The Democratic Progressive Party's Nantou County branch has moved swiftly to nominate candidates for key local elections, officially selecting County Councilor Shen Su-cheng to run for Nantou City mayor and former Jiji Township Mayor Chen Chi-heng for the Jiji Township mayoral race.

The nominations were approved at an extraordinary executive committee meeting. Party officials expressed confidence in Shen Su-cheng's local popularity and rapport with elders, while highlighting Chen Chi-heng's extensive experience as a two-term Jiji Township mayor. Both candidates have accepted the responsibility to challenge the incumbent mayors, Zhang Jia-zhe in Nantou City and Wu Da-cun in Jiji Township.

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Shen Su-cheng is very active locally and has a good relationship with elders.

Nantou County Chairman Wu Chi-nan noted that Shen Su-cheng's candidacy might lead to a three-way race in Nantou City, with the Kuomintang's incumbent mayor Zhang Jia-zhe and an independent candidate also in contention. He emphasized Shen's active local engagement and personable nature as key advantages.

Chen Chi-heng's decision to run for Jiji Township mayor is seen as a strategic move, particularly as the party aims to field candidates in more townships. His return to local politics, following his previous mayoral terms, is expected to leverage his administrative experience to guide Jiji Township toward future development.

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Chen Chi-heng served two terms as Jiji Township mayor and has been cultivating the area for a long time.