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KMT primary fallout: Chen Chien-hsien 'heartbroken' as Hsu Chih-yin calls for unity

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Named sources Outcome reported
  • Legislator Hsu Chih-yin won the Kuomintang's (KMT) primary for New Taipei County magistrate, defeating Deputy County Magistrate Chen Chien-hsien.
  • KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen acknowledged that Chen was "severely hurt" in the primary and that integration efforts are ongoing.
  • Chen expressed his deep disappointment, stating his "heart really hurts," while Hsu called for unity among opposition parties to secure future electoral victories.

Tensions simmer within Taiwan's Kuomintang (KMT) party following a contentious primary election for the New Taipei County magistrate nomination, which saw legislator Hsu Chih-yin emerge victorious over Deputy County Magistrate Chen Chien-hsien.

My heart really hurts.

— Chen Chien-hsienDeputy County Magistrate Chen Chien-hsien expressed his emotional pain following the KMT primary election loss.

KMT Chairwoman Cheng Li-wen recently admitted that Chen was "severely hurt" during the primary contest and that the party is still working on consolidating support. Chen himself echoed these sentiments, stating his "heart really hurts" when asked about the party chairwoman's remarks. He expressed gratitude for the encouragement he received from local figures and the party's grassroots.

In response, Hsu Chih-yin's team issued a statement emphasizing the need for unity among opposition parties. "Only by uniting as one in opposition can we secure 2026 and have hope for governing in 2028," Hsu stated, without directly addressing the integration issues mentioned by Cheng. She stressed the importance of ousting the "incompetent and tyrannical DPP government" and protecting New Taipei County's "blue sky," referring to the KMT's traditional color.

Only by uniting as one in opposition can we secure 2026 and have hope for governing in 2028.

— Hsu Chih-yinLegislator Hsu Chih-yin called for opposition unity after winning the KMT's nomination for New Taipei County magistrate.

Hsu also acknowledged Chen's loyalty and contributions to the party, stating that she has long been nurtured by the people of New Taipei County. She urged all loyal KMT members to work together, asserting that they will not be influenced by attempts to sow discord by the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP). The KMT faces the challenge of healing internal divisions to present a united front in upcoming elections.

We will not be influenced by the DPP's attempts to sow discord.

— Hsu Chih-yinHsu Chih-yin stated her team's resolve to remain united despite potential political maneuvering.
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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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