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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Huizhong Wu

Taiwan amends laws on sexual harassment after recent #MeToo wave

Democratic Progressive Party

Taiwan amended three laws governing sexual harassment in a special session of the legislature, after a wave of #MeToo accusations hit the island in June.

The changes approved Monday include higher penalties and longer periods for victims to come forward and report an incident to authorities. The changes are an attempt to address the issues raised by the recent accusations of sexual violence in Taiwan.

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