Taiwan Probes Alleged Election Graft Linked to Foxconn’s Gou

  • Billionaire Gou submits signatures required for candidacy
  • ‘Any illegal act is not accepted,’ campaign spokesperson says
Terry Gou Photographer: Lam Yik Fei/Bloomberg
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Taiwan is investigating suspected bribes connected to Foxconn Technology Group founder Terry Gou’s presidential campaign, as the billionaire submits signatures to run in next year’s election.

Thirteen people were questioned over suspected cash payments offered in exchange for signatures in support of Gou’s presidential bid, the Taipei District Prosecutors Office said Wednesday.