Taiwan Erupts in Protests Over Parliament's Pro-China Reforms
TL;DR
Taiwan's legislature passed a controversial law that could limit the powers of newly inaugurated President Lai Ching-te, sparking protests outside parliament. While debates inside were heated and even physical, the demonstrations outside remained peaceful but spirited.
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- Taiwan Protesters Gather as Opposition Push Law Curbing President Lai's Powers Bloomberg
- Taiwan’s parliament passes bill pushing pro-China changes Al Jazeera English
- Why Lawmakers Are Brawling and People Are Protesting in Taiwan The New York Times
- Thousands protest as Taiwan's parliament passes contested reforms Reuters
- Taiwan's legislature passes changes seen as favoring China, reducing president's power The Associated Press
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