Opposition Alliance Selects Li Sichuan for New Taipei Mayoral Race; Hou You-yi Praises His Pragmatism
Following a joint primary between the KMT and TPP, former Taipei Vice Mayor Li Sichuan has emerged as the candidate for the New Taipei City mayoral election. Incumbent Mayor Hou You-yi lauded Li's hands-on approach as the key to winning youth support.
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NEW TAIPEI CITY (CNA) — The opposition alliance between the Kuomintang (KMT) and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP) has reached a consensus for the upcoming New Taipei City mayoral election, with former Taipei Vice Mayor Li Sichuan winning the primary poll. Current Mayor Hou You-yi expressed strong support today, describing Li as a 'pragmatic' leader who meets the expectations of younger generations.
Speaking after a municipal meeting, Hou highlighted Li's extensive experience as a career civil servant, noting that they share a common trait of getting things done with efficiency and resolve. 'Li Sichuan is the best candidate to drive the future vision of New Taipei City,' Hou stated, adding that modern young people appreciate leaders who create tangible results rather than just empty promises. Regarding the cooperation with the TPP, Hou noted that while the parties have aligned on a single candidate for the mayoralty, broader policy discussions and mutual support for city council candidates will continue under a strategic framework to ensure a better future for the city.
Speaking after a municipal meeting, Hou highlighted Li's extensive experience as a career civil servant, noting that they share a common trait of getting things done with efficiency and resolve. 'Li Sichuan is the best candidate to drive the future vision of New Taipei City,' Hou stated, adding that modern young people appreciate leaders who create tangible results rather than just empty promises. Regarding the cooperation with the TPP, Hou noted that while the parties have aligned on a single candidate for the mayoralty, broader policy discussions and mutual support for city council candidates will continue under a strategic framework to ensure a better future for the city.