Chiang should cancel his trip to Shanghai for the forum. Equally, comprehensive institutional reviews and corrective measures are needed if Chiang is to lead Taipei residents out of this traumatic episode and restore faith in the city’s safety. If Chiang neglects the latter for the former, Taipei’s residents could ensure that he pays a domestic political price. Friday’s incident has come as a reminder that public safety is not an abstract or distant issue. In its aftermath, Chiang announced the rollout of educational materials to help people better understand how to respond in a crisis.

Source: Taipei Times December 22, 2025 16:36 UTC