An industrial spy verdict has been handed down, but with one surprise. President Tsai vows to bring in more foreign professionals, but I'll believe it when I see it. Han is out, but not before holding a party for himself, and you'll want to hear what he had to say. Anti-recall and memorial rally in Taipei is suspicious. Acting Kaohsiung Mayor named, takes office. Mayoral by-election date set, but who will run?

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