Thu, Sep 12, 2002 - Page 1 News List

Cabinet hails passing of political party law bills ...

MONITORING ASSETS Calling the bills a way to create a fair environment for all political parties, the Cabinet insisted they weren't meant to target just one party

By Ko Shu-ling  /  STAFF REPORTER

Soldiers would be banned from engaging in any political activities both on and off duty to ensure their political neutrality.

The bill would also prohibit those with previous criminal records from taking the helm of a political party.

A special committee would be set up under the law to review the formation, dissolution or merging of a political party.

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