Taiwan Gangs and Temples

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In Taiwan, the relationship between gangs and temples has been a complex and controversial issue. For many years, gangs have been known to have close ties with temples, often using them as a front for their illegal activities or as a source of protection and legitimacy.

A History of Gangs in Taiwan

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Gangs have been a part of Taiwanese society for more than a century, and their history is intertwined with the island’s complex colonial and post-colonial past. Throughout Taiwan’s history, gangs have been involved in a range of criminal activities, from smuggling and extortion to drug trafficking and contract killing.

Is Taiwan a Country or part of China?

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Taiwan’s political situation is a bit complicated. Its official name is the Republic of China (ROC). According to Taiwan’s constitution, the Republic of China (ROC) claims ownership of mainland China.