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Campaigns are heating up for the nine-in-one local elections in November. The mayor of YanpuTownship in Pingtung, Lu Chia-hsuan, can’t run again after serving in office for eight years, leaving four candidates vying for the position. Former ShirongVillage Warden Huang Chih-lin has put forward a proposal to bring a famous southern fast-food chain to Yanpu to boost tourism. As soon as the platform was announced, it sparked heated debate.

Burgers, fried chicken, thick noodle soup, congee… This fast-food restaurant boasts a wide-ranging menu that has long been a favorite in the south.

Chen Shan-shan
FTV reporter
This fast-food brand, a must-visit for many who come to southern Taiwan, unexpectedly became part of a candidate’s campaign platform.

Huang Chih-lin, who formerly served as warden of Shirong Village in Yanpu, is now running for mayor of the Pingtung township. In a Facebook group, he posted a promise that if elected, he will use his connections to convince the company to open a branch in Yanpu.

Hsieh Te-hsien
Yannan Village Warden
If we had a branch here, we wouldn’t need to go to Pingtung City to get it.

- If we want it, we have to go to Pingtung City.

- Sounds good!

Some people approved of the proposal, while others thought it would be better to help local shops instead. This chain restaurant currently has two locations in the county, both in Pingtung City. The candidate’s proposal to bring one to Yanpu has certainly generated buzz.

Huang Chin-lin
Yanpu Township mayoral candidate
We’re serious about this. We generally understand their franchising model. We will use our connections to bring this famous southern burger chain to Yanpu.

The incumbent mayor, Lu Chia-hsuan, won’t be able to run again after serving two consecutive terms, creating a four-way battle for the seat. With everyone eager to win over voters, Huang’s burger-based promise has created quite a stir. But ultimately, it remains to be seen whether voters buy into the idea.

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