Fu Kun-chi

Fu Kun-chi

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Fu Kun-chi is a Taiwanese politician and the KMT caucus whip known for his stance on cultural policy and budget allocations related to the arts. He holds a doctorate in international relations from Jinan University, highlighting his academic background and expertise in political affairs.

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Fu Kun-chi called for party unity, downplaying a fiery outburst by Legislative Speaker Han Kuo-yu.

KMT whip urges unity following speaker’s tirade over budget delays
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-08-12
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Fu was absent from cross-caucus negotiations and faced criticism from Han Kuo-yu.

Han blasts KMT caucus whip for skipping meeting
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-08-12
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Fu Kun-chi is the KMT caucus whip who commented on the lack of discussion about the legislative proposal among their members.

Donovan’s Deep Dives: Is the Taipei mayor eyeing a third Chiang dynasty presidency?
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-08-01
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Fu Kun-chi intended to take Tung Tzu-hsien to court over allegations regarding the misuse of donations.

Hualien county director posts bail
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-30
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Wu questioned whether Chiang had consulted KMT legislative caucus whip Fu Kun-chi before making his comments.

Chiang backs no-confidence bid if parties unite
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-27
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Fu is acting as if he genuinely cares about food safety by pledging to amend laws.

EDITORIAL: Opportunism packaged as concern
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-27
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Fu Kun-chi cited data presented by Democratic Progressive Party Legislator Lin Shu-fen at a meeting.

FDA denies cooking oil sampling rumor
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-27
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KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said the party welcomed Chiang’s visit, adding that Chiang’s remarks represented not only Taipei residents but also Taiwan’s 23 million people affected by the contaminated oil incident.

Chiang rallies local governments, KMT over oil scare
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-17
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Fu Kun-chi is the KMT caucus whip who proposed amendments to the Referendum Act.

KMT seeks single ballot for multiple referendums
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-14
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Fu Kun-chi also filed procedural motions for reconsideration alongside Chen Ching-lung.

TPP’s euthanasia referendum proposal sent to a second reading
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-14
5.0

Fu Kun-chi, the KMT caucus whip, stated that their party decided to vote against the three nominees.

Cabinet’s 3 election official nominees rejected by Legislature
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-07-03
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KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said the party would submit its own version this week, incorporating tax incentives and other measures to support the industry.

KMT to introduce its own drone bill, sources say
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-29
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Fu Kun-chi mentioned that his caucus is drafting its own version of the drone procurement bill.

Opposition delays review of drone procurement bill
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-26
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Fu Kun-chi, the KMT caucus whip, stated that the KMT fully supports the development of the domestic drone industry.

KMT, TPP block committee review of Cabinet’s drone budget
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-26
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KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi has been criticized for blocking defense funding.

EDITORIAL: Drone bill another test for the opposition
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-06-25
4.0

Fu Kun-chi is the party whip who can marshal support through various means, especially against the Democratic Progressive Party.

Donovan’s Deep Dives: The five-step fantasy of selling out Taiwan
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-05-30
5.0

KMT caucus convener Fu Kun-chi is reportedly going to move ahead with the official KMT draft legislation.

Donovan’s Deep Dives: The KMT: A party divided on defense
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-03-07
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Fu Kun-chi is managing the bill personally as the KMT caucus whip.

US has demanded NT$900bn defense budget, Lo says
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-03-02
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Chinese Nationalist Party caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said the KMT caucus respected the arrangement.

Lai ‘glad’ to deliver address before Legislative Yuan
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-23
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Fu Kun-chi led a delegation of KMT officials that returned from a visit to China in April 2024.

China must not influence legislature
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-23
5.0

Fu Kun-chi is the caucus whip of the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT).

KMT readies own defense budget proposal
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-22
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Fu Kun-chi is described as morally compromised and has been criticized for his tactics in politics.

Huang Kuo-chang not fit to run
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-13
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KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi criticized Lai, saying the president was using obfuscatory language to confuse the country.

TPP open to special defense budget
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-02-11
4.0

KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi emphasized the importance of cooperation with the TPP caucus on legislative revisions.

Legislature advances TPP’s defense bill
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-31
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KMT caucus convener Fu Kun-chi criticized President Lai for evading legislative oversight.

KMT, TPP criticize Lai as hearings continue
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-21
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Fu Kun-chi is the KMT legislative caucus leader who is part of the obstructionist behavior regarding the national defense budget.

EDITORIAL: Invisible hands at work
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2026-01-13
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KMT caucus whip Fu Kun-chi said that Lai has violated constitutional order.

Lai impeachment vote set for May 19
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-26
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Fu Kun-chi is a strongman and caucus whip of the Chinese Nationalist Party (KMT) who has been involved in actions aimed at undermining Taiwan's democratic systems.

Building resilience from within - Taipei Times
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-25
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Fu Kun-chi is the KMT Caucus Convener who criticized William Lai's leadership.

Donovan’s Deep Dives: Is Taiwan’s constitutional crisis a setup?
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-20
3.0

Chinese Nationalist Party caucus whip Fu Kun-chi told a news conference that Lai has made himself emperor.

KMT, TPP to attempt to impeach President Lai
Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999·TaiwanTaiwan· 2025-12-20
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