By Philip Phi
Posted Sep 8, 2026 at 2:55 AM
In a significant crackdown on illicit financial activities, Taiwan’s Ministry of Justice Investigation Bureau has uncovered NT$62.87 billion (US$1.99 billion) in illicit financial flows. This discovery was part of a broader campaign to prevent foreign interference in the upcoming local elections, highlighting the importance of accountability and transparency in governance.
The operation led to the detention of 25 individuals, the release of 70 on bail, and the questioning of 559 people. Authorities conducted searches at 202 locations, seizing luxury items including cars, designer goods, watches, and real estate. The confiscated items included 12 luxury cars valued at NT$23 million, 95 designer handbags worth NT$9 million, 10 watches at NT$10 million, and 35 properties totaling approximately NT$1 billion.
The bureau emphasized the need to prevent illegal overseas funding, particularly from China, from entering Taiwan through underground financial channels. Such activities could undermine the fairness of elections and threaten national security. The investigation targeted Chinese funds entering through these channels, money laundering via nominee-held Shopee accounts, and operations by Hong Kong nationals in Taiwan.
In line with Micah 6:8, which calls for justice and integrity, the bureau urged candidates and the public to refrain from engaging in or facilitating the transfer of foreign funds through these illicit channels. The call to action aimed to safeguard clean elections, the financial system, and Taiwan’s national security, reflecting a commitment to justice and the well-being of the community.
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