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Executive Yuan Lists 7 'Irrational Resolutions' in General Budget; KMT Cites Harm to Democracy

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Taiwan's Executive Yuan listed seven "irrational resolutions" in the general budget, drawing criticism from the KMT.
  • The KMT argued that failing to execute or veto these resolutions harms democracy.
  • The budget was passed after a 351-day delay, with the KMT claiming they showed significant goodwill.

Taiwan's Executive Yuan has identified seven "irrational resolutions" within the general budget, sparking sharp criticism from the opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party. The KMT contends that the government's approach to these resolutions, particularly its refusal to veto or execute them, undermines democratic principles.

The general budget's passage followed a lengthy 351-day delay. The KMT stated that their willingness to pass the budget demonstrated considerable goodwill. However, the Executive Yuan's subsequent identification of specific resolutions as "irrational" has created a new point of contention, with the government suggesting these decisions could negatively impact state operations.

KMT legislative caucus deputy secretary-general Hsu Yu-chen criticized the Executive Yuan's stance, implying that the government's actions are counterproductive. The dispute highlights ongoing political tensions surrounding fiscal management and legislative processes in Taiwan.

failing to execute or veto them is what harms democracy

— KMT legislative caucus deputy secretary-general Hsu Yu-chenResponding to the Executive Yuan's list of 'irrational resolutions' in the general budget.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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