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  • 11 months ago
Former Taipei mayor and Taiwan People's Party founder Ko Wen-je could be released on a US$2 million bail. Ko has been detained for a year as he is investigated over a construction project during his time as Taipei mayor and for mishandling campaign funds during his run for president. He was charged with corruption and bribery, and if found guilty, could face a sentence of 28.5 years.
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00:00Taiwan People's Party founder Ko Wen-je has been offered bail after a year in detention.
00:06The former Taipei mayor's bail stands at over two million U.S. dollars.
00:10The opposition leader has been under investigation for corruption and embezzlement,
00:15which could result in 28 years behind bars if found guilty.
00:19While out on bail, Ko would not be allowed to leave the country or contact others involved in the case,
00:25and he would have to wear an electronic ankle monitor.
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