How a vote targeting 'pro-China' lawmakers has split Taiwan
Published: 7/24/2025

Taiwan is facing a significant political divide as citizens prepare to vote on recalling lawmakers with alleged pro-China ties in the "Great Recall" vote. The unprecedented move could shift Taiwan's political landscape, with the opposition Kuomintang party accused of Chinese influence, while the ruling Democratic Progressive Party supports the recalls. Protests and rallies have highlighted the deepening political tensions, with implications for Taiwan's democracy and relations with China.