Wang Chung-ming: Expresses Intent to Run for Re-election, Respects KMT Central Decision

Central News Agency Report (Reporter: Pan Hsin-tung, Lienchiang County, June 11)

Lienchiang County Magistrate Wang Chung-ming stated today that he intends to run for re-election, but stressed that he will prioritize respecting the Kuomintang (KMT) central party's nomination decision. According to Wang, another candidate group has also inquired with the central party headquarters about the possibility of receiving the Lienchiang County magistrate nomination, suggesting the final endorsement could still change.

KMT-affiliated Lienchiang County councilor Chen Shu-chien raised concerns during a council questioning session, noting that with less than six months remaining until the November 28 election, Wang had previously promised to clarify his stance by Lunar New Year's Lantern Festival (March 3), but has yet to make a concrete statement.

Chen pointed out that while candidates in other counties and cities have already begun campaign support activities, Lienchiang faces uncertainty over who will serve as the 'mother hen' candidate to lead local election efforts. This ambiguity, he said, has caused frustration among councilors like himself who are seeking re-election.

Chen further criticized that out of the 33 policy pledges Wang proposed four years ago, only eight have been completed so far. If Wang decides not to run again, Chen questioned whether failing to explain the implementation status of these pledges to the public would amount to a lack of responsibility. He urged Wang to clearly state whether he intends to run.

In response, Wang said KMT councilor candidates in Lienchiang are strong and capable, to the extent that 'the chicks are now helping the mother hen.' Regarding his own re-election bid, he confirmed he has received a recommendation from the KMT Lienchiang County Party branch, but the central party has not yet announced its official nomination. He stated it would be inappropriate for him to speak before the central party does, and plans to explain his position to local residents after the nomination is confirmed, likely in July.

On policy progress, Wang said each pledge is reviewed quarterly by a dedicated team, with current implementation progress at 83%. He clarified that 'incomplete' pledges do not mean unimplemented—many are nearly finished but kept open for future expansion. Others, such as 'promoting the Matsu city brand,' require long-term efforts and, despite some achievements, remain officially 'incomplete.' (Editor: Lee Ming-tsung)