Ko Wen-je

Ko Wen-je

politician Taiwan

Ko Wen-je is a Taiwanese politician and former mayor of Taipei. He is known for his pragmatic approach to governance and has garnered attention for his potential candidacy in Taiwan's presidential elections. Recently, he was mentioned in connection with allegations of collaboration with Chang Hsien-yao to create a joint presidential ticket backed by Chinese officials.

Born on Jan 01, 1958 (67 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
120,897
Power
3,401$
Sentiment
5.75
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Taiwan 4 5.75 0.51% +0% 23,816,775 120,897 $670,000 3,401$
Totals 4 23,816,775 120,897 $670,000 3,401$
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Recent Mentions

Taiwan Taiwan: Former Taipei mayor Ko Wen-je, who is a defendant in the case, said before this morning’s hearing that today is an 'important day in Taiwan’s judicial history.' 6

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Pacific Core case begins evidence presentation, Ko vows to fight

Taiwan Taiwan: Xu is suspected of supporting former Taiwan People's Party chairman Ko Wen-je's presidential run last year. 5

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: TPP-linked Xu detained over fraud, infiltration suspicions

Taiwan Taiwan: Former TPP chairman Ko Wen-je believes that regional stability is vital for Taiwan’s security. 6

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: TPP’s Huang hopes Taiwan can play peacemaking role

Hong Kong Hong Kong: Ko Wen-je expressed agreement with Lee Jae-myung on the importance of Japan-South Korea relations and the cooperation between the US, Japan, and South Korea. 8

明報 (Ming Pao): 日韓首腦會談 確認「穿梭外交」深化關係 (22:04) - 20251030 - 國際 - 即時新聞

Taiwan Taiwan: Ko Wen-je is criticized for his past administration's handling of the Beitou Shilin Science Park project and is listed as a defendant in an ongoing investigation. 3

Taipei Times – major English newspaper in Taiwan, est. 1999: Nvidia HQ struggles to be built