Protesters hold placards saying “reject red media” and “safeguard the nation’s democracy” during a rally against pro-China media in Taipei last month. Photo: AFP
Taiwan gets tough over fake news blamed on Beijing ‘disrupting its democracy’
- Over 100 prosecuted and tougher penalties planned after false stories such as claim Taiwanese government funded Hong Kong protests
- Justice ministry investigating whether mainland is funding preferred candidates for January’s elections or giving orders to media outlets
Protesters hold placards saying “reject red media” and “safeguard the nation’s democracy” during a rally against pro-China media in Taipei last month. Photo: AFP
