Former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je Detained in Corruption Investigation

Court cites risk of evidence tampering and witness collusion in ruling to hold Ko incommunicado.

Ko Wen-je, ex-presidential candidate and former Taipei mayor, is under investigation for corruption linked to a real estate project.
The Taipei District Court reversed an earlier decision to release Ko, emphasizing the seriousness of the charges.
Ko's detention follows accusations of illegal favors and payments during his mayoral term from 2014 to 2022.
The case has drawn significant media attention but has not significantly impacted Taiwan's democratic processes.
Ko has denied any wrongdoing and plans to appeal the court's decision.