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Tainan's 'Market Mayor' Caiqi Duck Draws Thousands, Mayor Huang Wei-che Jokes He's 'Unhappy'

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A promotional event for the mascot of Tainan's market department, Caiqi Duck, drew nearly a thousand fans to the West Market.
  • Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che appeared alongside the mascot, jokingly expressing unhappiness that the duck attracted more attention than him.
  • The event highlighted the significant popularity of the Caiqi Duck character and its merchandise.

The West Market in Tainan was swarmed by nearly a thousand fans eager to purchase merchandise featuring Caiqi Duck, the beloved mascot of the Tainan market department. The character, affectionately known as the "market mayor," has garnered immense popularity, with the first wave of authorized merchandise selling out rapidly.

Adding to the festive atmosphere, Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che made an appearance alongside the popular duck mascot. In a lighthearted moment, the mayor playfully expressed his "unhappiness," remarking that the crowd's attention seemed to be focused more on Caiqi Duck than on him. This interaction underscored the character's strong appeal and its status as a local celebrity.

The event showcased the success of the market department's mascot strategy, drawing significant public engagement and commercial interest. The overwhelming turnout for Caiqi Duck merchandise signals a strong connection between the local community and its charming, market-themed icon.

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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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