Kaohsiung Mayor’s first televised debate is set for 10/30 at 8 p.m., time 90 minutes

Lai Ruilong and Ke Zhien respectively confirmed today that the first televised debate for the mayor of Kaohsiung will be held on October 30 at 8pm. (Photo by reporter Li Huizhou)

Kaohsiung Mayor’s first televised debate is rumored to be held on the evening of Friday, October 30. The Democratic Progressive Party's Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Lai Ruilong's camp and the Kuomintang's Kaohsiung mayoral candidate Ke Zhien each confirmed today that the time slot and time were 90 minutes.

Lai Ruilong and Ke Zhien have previously stated their stances and signed invitations to media debates. Now it is reported that the blue and green camps have agreed that the first TV debate will be held at 8 pm on October 30 and will last 90 minutes.

Ke Zhien confirmed this time and added that the format of the debate includes media questions, cross-examination, and self-statements. He said that he is happy to accept any format and hopes that everyone can have a clear debate on municipal issues so that citizens can make the best decision.

Lai Ruilong pointed out that the time has been finalized today and some details will be further discussed.