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About Democratic Progressive Party

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The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) is a major political party in the Republic of China, commonly known as Taiwan. It has traditionally been associated with the Pan-Green Coalition and de jure Taiwan independence movement, although it moderated its stance during its tenure of the ROC presidency. Full Article

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    Taiwan's opposition Democratic Progressive Party presidential candidate Tsai Ing-wen, center, with running mate Su Jia-chyuan, right, concedes her defeat in the presidential election, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, in New Taipei City, Taiwan. Taiwanese President Ma Ying-jeou won a close...

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  23. Taiwan opposition Democratic Progressive Party, DPP, presidential candidate Tsai Ing-wen, left, hugs with former Taiwan president Lee Teng-hui during the last election rally at New Taipei City, Taiwan, Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. Taiwan will hold its presidential election on Saturday, Jan.... AP Photo logo AP Photo 1 month ago

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