Taipei: Former Taipei Deputy Mayor Huang Shan-shan, a prominent figure in the opposition Taiwan People's Party (TPP), announced her decision to retire from electoral politics, stating that she would not run for office again.

According to Focus Taiwan, Huang made the announcement through a Facebook post, noting her involvement in nine elections since the age of 28. Her electoral journey included six successful campaigns for the Taipei City Council, two legislative races, and one mayoral bid for Taipei. Huang also actively participated in campaigns for presidential and legislative candidates during her career.

In her statement, Huang reflected on her decision not to seek a sixth term on the Taipei City Council after experiencing health issues in 2015. She had resolved at that time to focus on her personal life and family. However, feeling her public responsibilities were not yet fulfilled, she continued her political endeavors for another decade.

Acknowledging the completion of her mission, Huang expressed that she had given her utmost effort and harbored no regrets. Her political aim was to "build a better Taiwan for the next generation." Although stepping back from seeking elected office, Huang emphasized her continued interest in public affairs and her intent to contribute in other ways.

Huang noted the relief of no longer having to balance her actions against electoral consequences and shared plans to return to her career interests, pursue new learning opportunities, and follow her dreams. She expressed a desire to document her experiences, advocate for her beliefs, criticize wrongdoings, and excel in future roles.

Huang's political legacy includes winning all six Taipei City Council races, where she served for over two decades. She was appointed deputy mayor in 2019 by TPP founder Ko Wen-je and resigned in 2022 to run for mayor. In 2024, she led the TPP's party-list for legislative elections but stepped down in 2026, adhering to the party's rotational policy for party-list lawmakers.