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KMT Rally on July 25 for Election Campaign? Su Chiao-hui Responds on Food Safety Approach

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui responded to a planned Kuomintang rally on July 25, stating that while Taiwan guarantees freedom of assembly, food safety requires government and central authorities to cooperate.
  • She addressed concerns that the KMT might be using food safety issues for electioneering, emphasizing her focus on presenting her vision for New Taipei City.
  • Su highlighted her campaign's positive approach, engaging with constituents through market visits and community events, aiming to present a brighter future for the city.

New Taipei City mayoral candidate Su Chiao-hui addressed a planned Kuomintang rally on July 25, stating that Taiwan's democratic society guarantees freedom of assembly and expression. However, she stressed that food safety issues require a collaborative approach. "Food safety should be protected, and everyone has a responsibility to work hard, with central and local governments working together," Su said.

Su was asked if she believed the KMT was leveraging food safety concerns for electioneering and if she worried about the impact on her campaign. She responded that her current responsibility, beyond safeguarding food safety, is to improve New Taipei City, making it better, more beautiful, and more optimistic. "So I will also seize every opportunity to report my policy vision to the citizens," she added.

Food safety should be protected, and everyone has a responsibility to work hard, with central and local governments working together.

โ€” Su Chiao-hui, DPP Legislator and New Taipei City Mayoral CandidateSu Chiao-hui commented on the need for a collaborative approach to food safety issues when asked about a planned KMT rally.

Earlier on July 18, Su led party councilors and candidates in a market sweep in Banqiao. She explained that on weekends, the New Taipei City Democratic Progressive Party team engages with constituents, greeting travelers and visiting markets. The team also has upcoming events, including a children's activity in Tamsui. Su emphasized that the DPP New Taipei team follows its own rhythm, aiming to connect with more residents and present political visions through forums and family events.

With 133 days left until the election, Su stated their goal is to lead New Taipei into a new era with a positive and forward-looking attitude. She highlighted the team's consistent engagement, including early morning greetings to travelers and afternoon community events, demonstrating a commitment to grassroots connection and policy dissemination.

So I will also seize every opportunity to report my policy vision to the citizens.

โ€” Su Chiao-hui, DPP Legislator and New Taipei City Mayoral CandidateSu Chiao-hui explained her focus on presenting her policy vision for New Taipei City amidst political campaigning.
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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.