Taiwan Carcinogenic Oil Scandal
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Taiwanese politicians are embroiled in a scandal involving carcinogenic oil, with accusations flying between local and central government officials. Some politicians criticize the central government for downplaying the issue and delaying recalls, while others dismiss protests as a "huge joke." The controversy has also sparked political rows over alleged pressure to halt factory investigations.
Taiwan politician urges calm after minister allegedly waves away reporter
- Presidential Office Secretary-General Pan Men-an allegedly waved away a reporter asking about carcinogenic oil. - New Taipei mayoral candidate Lee Chuan-chiu stated that there is no need for such strong reactions when reporters and citizens are seeking the truth. - Lee also criticized his opponent for not clarifying the issue of toxic oil, emphasizing that transparency is key.
Taipei councilor slams 'huge joke' hunger strike over 'carcinogenic oil'
- Blue party councilors are staging a hunger strike over concerns about carcinogenic oil, calling it a "huge joke." - They criticize the Taipei mayor for using food safety as a political tool and for …
Taiwan Mayor Criticizes Central Government Over Carcinogenic Oil Scandal
- Taichung Mayor Lu Shiow-yen criticized the central government's response to a carcinogenic oil scandal. - She called the central government's criticism of local authorities "unbelievable" while also…
Taiwan Vice Mayor Accuses Central Government of Downplaying Carcinogenic Oil Scandal
- Taiwan's Vice Mayor Zheng Zhaoxin accused the central government of downplaying the issue of carcinogenic oil and delaying a full recall. - Zheng presented a timeline to counter the Executive Yuan's…
Taiwanese legislator's factory probe claims spark political row
- Taiwanese legislator Luo Ting-wei accused the Executive Yuan of pressuring local authorities not to investigate a factory. - A youth association chairman criticized Luo, stating his defense of Taich…