Nantou County Councilor Chien Chien-hsiang of Taiwan People's Party Announces Withdrawal, to Run as Independent
Nantou County Councilor Chien Chien-hsiang announced his withdrawal from the Taiwan People's Party (TPP), citing a growing divergence from the party's ideals. He previously served as the first chairman of the TPP's Nantou County chapter for four years and was elected as a county councilor representing the party. Chien will run as an independent in the 2026 local council elections. TPP spokesperson Chang Tung stated that the party respects his personal decision.
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- 📰 Published: April 9, 2026 at 12:41
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Chien Chien-hsiang, who previously served as the first chairman of the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Nantou County chapter and is currently a Nantou County Councilor, held a press conference today to announce his decision. He stated that after graduating from university, he studied in the UK, where British democracy profoundly inspired him. Witnessing the political infighting in Taiwan, he worried that the country would lose its international competitiveness. Five years ago, he proactively approached the TPP headquarters, hoping to contribute to the nation and local community, and to break the deadlock between the two major parties.
Chien Chien-hsiang said that after joining the TPP, he volunteered his time and resources to establish the Nantou County chapter from scratch. He served as the county chapter chairman for four years and was elected as a Nantou and Mingjian constituency county councilor representing the TPP, becoming the sole TPP county councilor in the Nantou County Council.
Chien Chien-hsiang mentioned that the party's ideals have become increasingly blurred and have drifted away from his values. He believes that political parties should uphold their principles and pragmatically move forward under established party charters, serving the public with rationality and scientific approaches. However, he found that the current mode of party operation was based on personal favoritism, which significantly differed from his主張. Therefore, he is immediately withdrawing from the TPP and will run as an independent in the 2026 local council elections.
In response, TPP spokesperson Chang Tung stated that the TPP is a team with firm values and a consistent direction. Only partners with shared ideals and the courage to bear responsibilities together can fight side-by-side for the long term. Regarding comrades whose goals and values no longer align and choose to leave, the party respects their personal plans.
Chang Tung emphasized that the TPP is a party with clear systems. It will continue to uphold TPP values and strive for a common vision with comrades who have weathered storms and new partners who have joined, continuously strengthening the team and moving forward united. (Edited by Lin Shu-hui) 1150409
Chien Chien-hsiang said that after joining the TPP, he volunteered his time and resources to establish the Nantou County chapter from scratch. He served as the county chapter chairman for four years and was elected as a Nantou and Mingjian constituency county councilor representing the TPP, becoming the sole TPP county councilor in the Nantou County Council.
Chien Chien-hsiang mentioned that the party's ideals have become increasingly blurred and have drifted away from his values. He believes that political parties should uphold their principles and pragmatically move forward under established party charters, serving the public with rationality and scientific approaches. However, he found that the current mode of party operation was based on personal favoritism, which significantly differed from his主張. Therefore, he is immediately withdrawing from the TPP and will run as an independent in the 2026 local council elections.
In response, TPP spokesperson Chang Tung stated that the TPP is a team with firm values and a consistent direction. Only partners with shared ideals and the courage to bear responsibilities together can fight side-by-side for the long term. Regarding comrades whose goals and values no longer align and choose to leave, the party respects their personal plans.
Chang Tung emphasized that the TPP is a party with clear systems. It will continue to uphold TPP values and strive for a common vision with comrades who have weathered storms and new partners who have joined, continuously strengthening the team and moving forward united. (Edited by Lin Shu-hui) 1150409
FAQ
Why did Chien Chien-hsiang withdraw from the TPP?
Chien Chien-hsiang stated that he felt the party's ideals had become increasingly blurred and diverged from his personal values, and that the party's operational model differed significantly from his principles.
How will Chien Chien-hsiang run for election after leaving the party?
Chien Chien-hsiang announced that he will run as an independent in the 2026 local council elections.