A new wave of political wrangling between Taiwan’s ruling and opposition parties that has involved street protests and lawmakers tussling adds to questions about President Lai Ching-te’s ability to govern one of the world’s most dangerous geopolitical hotspots.

The political wrangling comes as U.S. President Joe Biden, who has vowed to defend the island from any Chinese invasion, prepares to leave the White House.

Lawmakers clashed in Taiwan’s Legislature after members of one leading political party broke into the building overnight to occupy the speaker’s chair.

A new wave of political wrangling between Taiwan’s ruling and opposition parties that has involved street protests and lawmakers tussling adds to questions about President Lai Ching-te’s ability to govern one of the world’s most dangerous geopolitical hotspots.

A brawl broke out on Thursday among lawmakers in Taiwan over three controversial bills. Lawmakers from a major political party clashed with members of a rival party.

Legislators in Taiwan's parliament have come to physical blows in the chamber over a piece of legislation that some say could damage the country's democracy.