Taiwan opposition urges constitutional reform to abolish Control Yuan; KMT silent

A political storm is brewing in Taiwan over the appointment of new Control Yuan members, prompting strong reactions from opposition parties. The Control Yuan, one of Taiwan's five branches of government, has long been a point of contention.

The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has explicitly stated its position, declaring that its members would vote in favor of any constitutional amendment aimed at abolishing the Control Yuan. This move signals a clear intent to dismantle the institution.

Adding to the pressure, the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) has called for the immediate establishment of a constitutional amendment committee. Their objective is to expedite the process of abolishing the Control Yuan, framing it as a necessary reform.

Amidst these calls for reform, the Kuomintang (KMT) has remained conspicuously silent. Their lack of a declared stance on the proposed abolition of the Control Yuan leaves a significant question mark over the future of this debate and the potential for cross-party consensus on constitutional change.