CNA Reporter Resigns Amid DPP Monitoring Allegations
A storm has hit Taiwan's media landscape as Central News Agency (CNA) reporter Hsieh Hsing-en resigned following allegations of involvement in a group monitoring Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) officials. The group was allegedly organized by Taiwan People's Party (TPP) Chairman Huang Kuo-chang.
Hsieh, who was also the head of the Taipei Judiciary Journalists' Association, stepped down after the Chinese-language Mirror Daily reported the claims. The report suggested Hsieh was part of a Kuomintang (KMT) group tracking DPP politicians and lawmakers in 2022. DPP Legislator Wang Yi-chuan considered Hsieh's alleged involvement as confirmed due to her lack of denial.
CNA launched an internal investigation and suspended Hsieh from reporting duties following the Mirror Daily's report. Hsieh's resignation statement mentioned a drift away from professionalism and independence in media workers, hinting at pressure within the industry.
Huang Kuo-chang, the TPP chairman, denied the allegations. He stated he was busy over the weekend and not 'hiding away', as some had suggested. DPP Legislator Hsu Chih-chieh urged Huang to respond to the Mirror Daily report, which claimed he organized a team to follow politicians in 2022.
Hsieh Hsing-en's resignation and the subsequent investigation by CNA have raised serious questions about media independence and political interference. Huang Kuo-chang's denial of the allegations has not quelled the controversy, with DPP legislators calling for a response. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are anticipated.
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