Investigated for anti-infiltration, national security laws, Huang Kuo-chang says he was 'startled'

Huang Kuo-chang, chairman of Taiwan's New Power Party, was questioned for approximately three hours by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office regarding alleged violations of the Anti-Infiltration Act and the National Security Act. The questioning concluded around evening.

Following the interrogation, Huang expressed his profound surprise at the case's grounds, stating he was "startled" by the involvement of anti-infiltration and national security laws. He criticized the prosecution for initiating an investigation based solely on a previous year's report from Mirror Media and an anonymous tip, asserting that no substantial evidence linking him to any violations had been presented.

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As a legal professional, Huang conveyed deep sadness and disappointment. He questioned why cases with specific evidence and named whistleblowers, such as those presented by the "Taiwan Congressional Whistleblower Protection Association," often face years of inaction from prosecutors. He expressed dismay that prosecutors are now seemingly acting on reports from Mirror Media, which he characterized as colluding with the Democratic Progressive Party, and anonymous accusations, thereby implicating individuals who have committed no crimes.

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As a legal professional, he feels very sad and pained.

Huang stated he directly asked the prosecutor about the identity of the accuser and complainant, only to be told it was an "anonymous tip." He questioned the Taipei District Prosecutors Office's actions, asking, "Anonymous tips using Mirror Media's content, what exactly are you doing?" The investigation reportedly involves a complaint filed by Democratic Progressive Party legislator Wang Yi-chuan concerning alleged "dog-tailing" surveillance activities. Reports suggest a follow-up team was paid by a company that tracked the movements of high-ranking DPP officials, raising questions about a shift from whistleblowing to targeted surveillance.

Further allegations against Huang include receiving NT$2 million from Shen Chun-hung, heir to the Tai Ya Group and chairman of Cai Yi International Company, while allegedly using his legislative position to question the deceased chairman of Tai Ya Group, Shen Yu-hsiung, about a NT$5 billion fraud case. These accusations have led to charges including violations of personal data protection, social order maintenance, national security laws, obstruction of secrets, and corruption.

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Anonymous tips using Mirror Media's content, what exactly are you doing?