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Taiwan Prosecutors Expand Corruption Investigation Against Third Party Leader Ko Wen-je

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Taiwan Prosecutors Expand Corruption Investigation Against Third Party Leader Ko Wen-je

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  • Taiwanese prosecutors are expanding their investigation into **Ko Wen-je**, the former leader of the **Taiwan People’s Party**, amid new corruption allegations.
  • Ko faces charges of **fraud** and **misusing campaign funds**, with specific allegations linked to a **real estate deal** he approved as Taipei mayor.
  • Prosecutors are examining the **financial dealings** of Ko and his former deputy, suggesting that funds received from public engagements couldn't be justified based on their public servant salaries.
  • In a recent statement, Ko denied the allegations, claiming they are **politically motivated**, and announced his resignation as head of the TPP to prevent his legal issues from affecting the party's growth.
  • Despite facing serious charges and a potential prison sentence of up to **28.5 years**, Ko emphasized his commitment to **democracy** and **human rights** during his resignation announcement.

For more information, visit the original article at South China Morning Post.

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