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Between 25 Oct 2026, 04:25 UTC and 1 Nov 2026, 03:37 UTC, GlobeNow.tv collected 164 news videos about Taiwan Local Elections Heat Up with Rallies and Debates from 11 outlets in 2 countries, including Taiwan and Canada. The most recent report is “Fast News / Debate Questions Received in Advance? Shen Po-yang Confirms Accepting All Con…” from 三立新聞 SET News, published 1 Nov 2026, 03:37 UTC.
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Taipei's mayoral race has intensified dramatically following a high-stakes televised debate between incumbent Chiang Wan-an and challenger Shen Po-yang. As reports outline, the face-off centered heavily on municipal governance, urban renewal policies, and sharp exchanges over administrative competence. The encounter has effectively recast the local election dynamics, turning municipal management into a fierce ideological battleground.
Taiwanese broadcasters offered markedly different lenses on the confrontation. According to outlets like TVBS News and FTV News, Chiang delivered a disciplined, dominant performance, pressing his opponent with rapid-fire questions on urban planning and city hall standard operating procedures. Conversely, coverage from SET News and PTS News highlighted Shen's attempts to counter-attack, noting his call for additional debates and his focus on turning the tide despite pre-debate controversies surrounding leaked questions and tarot card remarks.
Viewer reactions on local channels reflect deep polarization along traditional political fault lines. Commentators aligned with the Blue camp expressed overwhelming satisfaction with Chiang's assertiveness, praising his handling of policy details and declaring him the clear victor. Meanwhile, supporters of the challenger voiced frustration over what they perceived as coordinated political attacks and smears, demonstrating the high emotional stakes embedded within the electorate.
As post-debate polls put Chiang ahead, coverage suggests the campaign will likely pivot toward further clashes over policy execution and calls for secondary debates. Whether the challenger can recalibrate his strategy or if the incumbent will consolidate his lead remains the central question. The upcoming weeks will test whether substantive governance or tactical sparring ultimately decides the capital's future.
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Latest reports
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Chiang Wan-an critiques Shen Po-yang repeatedly during debate over policy and tarot card controversy
During the TV debate on October 31, 2026, Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-anan sharply questioned DPP candidate Pema Shen on issues like drunk driving, drugs, and the…
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During the Taipei mayoral debate, Puma Shen's remarks on urban renewal involving companionship and Tianmu sparked widespread discussion online. Political talk…
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TVBS Taipei Mayoral Debate Poll: Chiang Wan-an 46% leads Shen Po-yang 42%
A TVBS poll for the Taipei mayoral debate shows Kuomintang candidate Chiang Wan-an leading Democratic Progressive Party candidate Puma Shen with 46% to 42%.…
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News Summary Nov 1, 2026: Taipei Mayoral Debate
CNA summarized daily key news highlights, covering the first Taipei mayoral debate between Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen, the President's remarks on equality…
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Shen Pao-tsung Post-Debate Press Conference Live
PTS provided a live broadcast of Taipei mayoral candidate Puma Shen's post-debate press conference, detailing his remarks on his debate performance and…
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Chiang Wan-an Post-Debate Press Conference Live
Public Television Service (PTS) provided a live broadcast of Taipei mayoral candidate Chiang Wan-an's post-debate press conference, presenting his official…
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Political commentators pointed out that Puma Shen appeared nervous and fidgety during the Taipei mayoral debate. Observers noted that he struggled under…
Reports by location
One representative report for each country or region where reports were filed; the original-language headline is shown underneath.
| Location | Representative report | Videos | News outlets |
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| 🇹🇼 Taiwan | Shen Pao-yang vs. Chiang Wan-an in Taipei Mayoral Debate; Trump Confirms US-Iran Talks | CNA Global Evening News, Oct 31, 2026沈伯洋大戰蔣萬安！北市長辯論 兒虐輝達針鋒相對｜要談還是要打？川普證實美伊談判中 還有很多時間｜2026/10/31 中央社全球晚間新聞CNA Taiwan · 31 Oct 2026, 10:29 UTC | 148 | 8 |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | CTV News decision desk projects Conservative majority win in B.C. provincial electionCTV News · 25 Oct 2026, 04:25 UTC | 16 | 3 |
Key numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Videos | 164 |
| News outlets | 11 |
| Countries and regions | 2 |
| Languages | 2Chinese, English |
| First report | CTV News |
| Latest report | 三立新聞 SET News |
| Coverage span | 7 days |
| Busiest hour | 7 reports in the hour from 27 Oct 2026, 15:00 UTC |
How the story unfolded
- First report: CTV News (from Canada)CTV News decision desk projects Conservative majority win in B.C. provincial election
- First report from Taiwan (三立新聞 SET News)Full Live Stream: Taipei's First Mayoral Debate Set for Saturday! Chiang Wan-an's Accountants' Support Association Established
- Peak: 7 reports within one hour
- Latest report: 三立新聞 SET NewsFast News / Debate Questions Received in Advance? Shen Po-yang Confirms Accepting All Conditions for a Cause and Calls for Turning the Tide
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Reports by country 2 countries
🇹🇼 Taiwan
Fast News / Debate Questions Received in Advance? Shen Po-yang Confirms Accepting All Conditions for a Cause and Calls for Turning the Tide
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🇹🇼 Taiwan
148 videos · +140 more
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Chiang Wan-an makes a strong comeback in the debate! Commentators react to mayoral debate performance
Following the Taipei mayoral debate, Chiang Wan-an's performance was widely praised by pan-Blue supporters as a strong comeback. Commentators noted that…
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TVBS Taipei Mayoral Debate Poll: Chiang Wan-an 46% leads Pao-yang Shen 42%
Following the Taipei mayoral debate hosted by TVBS and SETT on October 31, a TVBS poll showed Chiang Wan-anan leading with 46% support against Pema Shen's…
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Latest Poll After Taipei Mayoral Debate! Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Support Rates Revealed
The televised debate for the Taipei mayoral election took place, featuring a direct confrontation between Kuomintang candidate Chiang Wan-an and Democratic…
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Taipei Mayoral Debate: Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Face Off for the First Time
The first televised debate for the Taipei mayoral election took place at noon on October 31, featuring a direct showdown between KMT candidate Chiang Wan-anan…
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蔣萬安「連9問」沈伯洋嗆你來當立委？ 批「包裝」改不了內在@newsebc
During the Taipei mayoral debate, Chiang Wan-an launched sharp inquiries against Puma Shen regarding cross-strait and central government issues. In response,…
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Taipei Mayoral Candidates Debate: Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Face Off for the First Time
The first Taipei mayoral debate took place at noon on October 31, marking the first head-to-head showdown between KMT candidate Chiang Wan-an and DPP…
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Chiang Wan-an and Puma Shen Clash in Taipei Mayoral Election Debate
BBC News Chinese reported on the first televised debate between Taipei mayoral candidates ahead of Taiwan's local elections, covering a two-hour clash on…
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PTS Evening News Full Edition: Taipei Mayoral Candidates Debate
On October 31, 2026, PTS Evening News reported on the debut of the Taipei mayoral candidate debate. Candidates Puma Shen and Chiang Wan-an engaged in a fierce…
🇨🇦 Canada
16 videos · +8 more
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Global National: Oct. 25, 2026 | BC Conservatives to form majority government as Eby resigns
British Columbia has elected a new leader. Lorne Doerkson, installed as leader of the BC Conservative Party just weeks ago, was swept into power on Saturday.…
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Doerkson still committed to repealing DRIPA after BC election win
B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson doubled down on his promise to repeal the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) following his…
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‘We will hit the ground running’: B.C. Premier-Designate Doerkson lays out ambitious transition plan
B.C. Premier-Designate Lorne Doerkson addresses the public after his historic victory and lays out the objectives of his premiership. Connect with CTV News:…
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Sunday Scrum | B.C. Conservatives secure majority, Hoekstra softens interference accusations
Host of CBC Morning Live David Common speaks with this week's Sunday Scrum — National Post parliamentary reporter Catherine Lévesque, the Toronto Star's Ryan…
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"Eby bet the house and he lost": Breaking down BC’s election results
The B.C. Conservatives have won a majority under Lorne Doerkson, ending nearly a decade of NDP rule. The result marks a dramatic reversal for outgoing Premier…
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Eby resigns as B.C. NDP leader after snap election gamble fails to pay off
The B.C. Conservatives have formed government for the first time in almost a century, while outgoing premier David Eby announced his resignation as NDP…
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BC premier-elect Lorne Doerkson speaks after majority election win | LIVE
Premier-elect Lorne Doerkson, leader of the Conservative Party of B.C., will make an announcement after Saturday’s provincial election brought a dramatic…
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‘Oh my god what a story’: B.C. Conservatives achieve stunning political upset, how did they do it?
The Sunday Strategy Session discusses how the relatively unknown Lorne Doerkson rose to the rank of Premier in just five weeks and David Eby’s…
What viewers around the world say
12 selected comments from viewers of reports in 2 countries, grouped by where the report came from. Selected YouTube comments, translated by AI and screened for safety. Opinions are the commenters' own.
🇹🇼 Taiwan
We've been holding back for a long time too, Chiang Wan-an is elected.
我們也是忍很久了，蔣萬安當選。
— @林曉涓-q7t · 👍 422 · on Chiang Wan-an appears at Neihu 737 Night Market! Surging…The innocence and frankness of children, the masters of the country's future, who did they offend?
小孩的天真率直、國家未來的主人翁，又犯著誰了啊？
— @yjhuang1901 · 👍 199 · on Chiang Wan-an Calls College Student Who Was Cyberbullied…Everything is according to the Blue camp's plan. Following the trend, spreading rumors, and smearing—the trilogy.
一切都在藍營計畫中，跟風，造謠，抹黑，三部曲
— @蔡岳岳-h3j · 👍 114 · on Yakira's Ballot Drawing for Chiang Wan-an Sparks…Even God protects kind and honest people ❤ Mayor Chiang's landslide victory 🎉
善良正直的人，連老天爺都會保祐❤蔣市長高票當選🎉
— @AaA-bj4co · 👍 112 · on Shi Fang-hsuan steps in for Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an,…沈伯洋 is truly earnest in listening to everyone's worries!
沈伯洋真的很認真在傾聽大家的煩惱！
— @chingtinghuang5168 · 👍 101 · on Supporting social workers! Puma Shen quietly appears at…I really love watching him. Every time I open YT, I search for Puma Shen to see if I can watch more of him ❤
我真的很愛看他，每天打開YT就是搜尋沈伯洋，看能不能再多看一些❤
— @yoyo-on6gf · 👍 89 · on Stunning Viewership! FTV Exclusive Interview with Puma…
🇨🇦 Canada
Finally!! I'm glad this is one of the first items on their list.
— @westcoastwoodsman2289 · 👍 233 · on Doerkson still committed to repealing DRIPA after BC…And you have no one to blame but yourself for the worst political decision in Canada in decades after running a record deficit. What an embarrassment 🤡 👏 👏 👏
— @drewski5730 · 👍 214 · on Eby resigns as B.C. NDP leaderYou really played Yourself. 😂
— @dangit3113 · 👍 213 · on ‘I accept full responsibility for that outcome’: Eby…Sounds like a grown up, hopefully he will exceed promises.
— @MCSKT32 · 👍 127 · on BC premier-elect Lorne Doerkson speaks after majority…I hope the Conservatives don't blow this opportunity.
— @shanep.9442 · 👍 101 · on BC Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson speaks after sweeping…"Never interrupt the enemy when he is making a mistake." -- Sun Tzu
— @roylangston4305 · 👍 99 · on "Eby bet the house and he lost": Breaking down BC’s…
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What is happening with Taiwan Local Elections Heat Up with Rallies and Debates?
Taipei's mayoral race has intensified dramatically following a high-stakes televised debate between incumbent Chiang Wan-an and challenger Shen Po-yang. As reports outline, the face-off centered heavily on municipal governance, urban renewal policies, and sharp exchanges over administrative competence. The encounter has effectively recast the local election dynamics, turning municipal management…
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164 videos from 11 news outlets, including 三立新聞 SET News, TVBS NEWS, 民視新聞 FTV News, CNA Taiwan, 公視新聞 PTS News, 東森新聞 EBC News.
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