Taiwan election 2024: KMT presidential hopeful Hou Yu-ih’s bid as future leader weighed down by party’s past. As Taiwan prepares for its 2024 presidential election, KMT candidate Hou Yu-ih grapples with his party's historical legacy and his controversial law enforcement past. Despite his popularity as New Taipei mayor and a moderate stance, Hou's image and limited global exposure raise questions about his leadership potential in Taiwan's complex political and cross-strait context.