Analysts say Taipei, New Taipei mayors preparing for run at the presidency in 2016

Chu's comment borders on a direct challenge to the KMT party line. It's a sign of a politician who is trying to stand out, much like Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin. Analysts think both are laying early seeds for a presidential run in 2016. In August of last year there was much brotherly love between Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin and his New Taipei counterpart Eric Chu. They appeared together to discuss ...