Some interesting business news. Speculation is mounting on who will challenge Taichung's Mayor Lu Shiow-yen in the next election. The Han recall is heading into the final stretch. The government is applying more oversight on Chinese entry permits. Finally, Taiwan responds to the proposed Chinese national security they plan to impose on Hong Kong.

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