Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Ex-President of Taiwan suspended prison hunger strike.

, Who is currently in prison Ex-Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian (Chen Shui-bian) to stop the hunger strike, which he announced on 20 February. Reported AFP.
Shui-bian completely abandoned meal and drank only water as a sign of protest against the proceedings initiated by, in his view, for political reasons, the current "prokitayskim" government of Taiwan. He stopped the hunger strike after being visited by her husband.
February 24, will continue hearing the case Shui-bien. He was suspected of money laundering, bribery, forgery, embezzlement of public funds. As highlighted in a communication agency, if it found guilty on all charges, he faces life imprisonment. His involvement in several crimes, as stated in the material the agency has already recognized the ten people, including his wife, son and snoha. Shui-bian earlier declared a hunger strike since his arrest in November 2008.
Shui-bian of Taiwan has served as president for two terms - from 2000 to 2008. The winner in the last presidential election, Ma Intszyu is a supporter of improving relations with China, while Shui-bian was opposed any concessions to Beijing.

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