Matsu and New Taipei Prosecutors Forge Cross-Regional Alliance Against Election Bribery

Prosecutors from Taiwan's Matsu Islands and New Taipei City are joining forces to establish a cross-regional mechanism for preventing election bribery. This collaboration aims to safeguard democratic processes by actively campaigning against vote-buying and fraudulent activities.

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Commonly seen vote buying, ghost populations, or exchanging votes through unreasonably free banquets or travel invitations are all criminal acts that must be punished by law.

Lienchiang District Prosecutor's Office Chief Prosecutor Yang Yi-yun met with Matsu residents living in New Taipei City during a dinner event hosted by the Matsu Township Association. The meeting focused on disseminating information about anti-bribery and anti-fraud measures, urging the community to remain vigilant.

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We hope that Matsu compatriots across Taiwan can also play a supervisory role. If you discover any information that obstructs the fairness of the election, please bravely report it. The prosecutor's office will take the strictest confidentiality measures for informants and has generous rewards.

Yang emphasized that common electoral offenses, such as vote-buying, ghost voters, and improperly funded banquets or tours used to exchange votes, are criminal acts. She encouraged Matsu residents across Taiwan to act as supervisors and report any information that could compromise election fairness. Yang assured that the prosecutor's office would maintain strict confidentiality for informants and offers substantial rewards for valid tips.

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Scammers often exploit victims' urgent need for funds, investment profits, or family emergencies by using fake dating sites, fake investment or shopping websites, and impersonating public agencies to defraud people.

The campaign also addressed the rising threat of scams. Yang warned attendees about common fraudulent tactics, including fake dating sites, investment scams, and impersonation of public agencies, often preying on victims' urgent need for funds, investment opportunities, or family emergencies. Residents were advised to follow the "listen, hang up, verify" (一聽、二掛、三查證) principle and utilize the 165 anti-fraud hotline for consultation.

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Be sure to stay vigilant and remember the anti-fraud slogan 'listen, hang up, verify' (一聽、二掛、三查證), and you can call the 165 anti-fraud hotline for consultation.