Tseng Li-yen's Praise for Lai Rui-long Draws Attention, Tseng: Full Support for Ko Chih-en
Kaohsiung City Councilor Tseng Li-yen publicly praised DPP Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Rui-long, causing a stir. Tseng later clarified that she apologized for her polite remarks being over-interpreted and fully supports KMT candidate Ko Chih-en.
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(Central News Agency reporter Tsai Meng-yu, Kaohsiung, 11th) Kuomintang (KMT) Kaohsiung City Councilor Tseng Li-yen publicly praised Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Rui-long last night, saying she "believes he will be the best mayor in the future," which drew attention. Tseng Li-yen issued a statement today clarifying that she apologizes for her polite remarks being over-interpreted and that she fully supports Ko Chih-en.
Tseng Li-yen, Lai Rui-long, and others attended an event organized by the Kaohsiung Community Joint Development Association last night. During her speech, Tseng Li-yen praised Lai Rui-long for serving without political distinction and being an excellent public representative, expressing her belief that he would also be the best mayor in the future, which sparked attention.
Lai Rui-long stated in an interview today that it is normal to cooperate with representatives from all parties to serve Kaohsiung. He thanked her for her support and emphasized the importance of continuing to serve the community and build Kaohsiung with a non-partisan spirit.
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said in a media interview today that since Tseng Li-yen and Lai Rui-long are from the same constituency, she must have observed Lai Rui-long's diligent work over the years, and that municipal construction should also be non-partisan. He also stated that he hopes the election will focus on policy discussions and avoid hasty labeling or partisan divisions.
However, Tseng Li-yen posted on Facebook today, stating that she sincerely apologizes for her polite remarks made during the event being over-interpreted by the media. She also emphasized her full support for KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en and urged the public not to believe media reports that take statements out of context.
Ko Chih-en said in an interview today that regarding Tseng Li-yen's praise for Lai Rui-long being interpreted by outsiders as a defection, she had already spoken with Tseng Li-yen this morning. Tseng Li-yen also expressed surprise at this interpretation and apologized for causing trouble. Ko Chih-en emphasized that she and Tseng Li-yen have appeared together many times and have a close relationship, which outsiders should not misinterpret.
Tseng Li-yen is a five-term Kaohsiung City Councilor and has served as Speaker. She is affectionately known as "A-Gu" in local political circles. However, she is currently involved in a case of alleged fraudulent claims for assistant fees, and has been indicted by prosecutors on charges of corruption. She was sentenced to 12 years in both the first and second trials, and the case is currently under review by the Supreme Court. (Edited by Chang Ya-ching) 1150511
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(Central News Agency reporter Tsai Meng-yu, Kaohsiung, 11th) Kuomintang (KMT) Kaohsiung City Councilor Tseng Li-yen publicly praised Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Rui-long last night, saying she "believes he will be the best mayor in the future," which drew attention. Tseng Li-yen issued a statement today clarifying that she apologizes for her polite remarks being over-interpreted and that she fully supports Ko Chih-en.
Tseng Li-yen, Lai Rui-long, and others attended an event organized by the Kaohsiung Community Joint Development Association last night. During her speech, Tseng Li-yen praised Lai Rui-long for serving without political distinction and being an excellent public representative, expressing her belief that he would also be the best mayor in the future, which sparked attention.
Lai Rui-long stated in an interview today that it is normal to cooperate with representatives from all parties to serve Kaohsiung. He thanked her for her support and emphasized the importance of continuing to serve the community and build Kaohsiung with a non-partisan spirit.
Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chi-mai said in a media interview today that since Tseng Li-yen and Lai Rui-long are from the same constituency, she must have observed Lai Rui-long's diligent work over the years, and that municipal construction should also be non-partisan. He also stated that he hopes the election will focus on policy discussions and avoid hasty labeling or partisan divisions.
However, Tseng Li-yen posted on Facebook today, stating that she sincerely apologizes for her polite remarks made during the event being over-interpreted by the media. She also emphasized her full support for KMT Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ko Chih-en and urged the public not to believe media reports that take statements out of context.
Ko Chih-en said in an interview today that regarding Tseng Li-yen's praise for Lai Rui-long being interpreted by outsiders as a defection, she had already spoken with Tseng Li-yen this morning. Tseng Li-yen also expressed surprise at this interpretation and apologized for causing trouble. Ko Chih-en emphasized that she and Tseng Li-yen have appeared together many times and have a close relationship, which outsiders should not misinterpret.
Tseng Li-yen is a five-term Kaohsiung City Councilor and has served as Speaker. She is affectionately known as "A-Gu" in local political circles. However, she is currently involved in a case of alleged fraudulent claims for assistant fees, and has been indicted by prosecutors on charges of corruption. She was sentenced to 12 years in both the first and second trials, and the case is currently under review by the Supreme Court. (Edited by Chang Ya-ching) 1150511
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