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Taiwan election commission rejects caning and traffic-fine referendums

8/28/2026

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Taiwan's Central Election Commission rejected referendums on caning and traffic fines.
The commission voted 7-1 against caning and 4-3 against traffic-fine referendums, citing lack of important policy status.
Seven members approved a referendum to end the DPP’s nuclear-free policy, deeming it important.
The nuclear energy referendum will be held on Nov. 28, needing at least 25% of 19 million voters to approve.

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Taiwan's Central Election Commission rejected referendums on caning and traffic fines.
The commission voted 7-1 against caning and 4-3 against traffic-fine referendums, citing lack of important policy status.
Seven members approved a referendum to end the DPP’s nuclear-free policy, deeming it important.
The nuclear energy referendum will be held on Nov. 28, needing at least 25% of 19 million voters to approve.