Why have Taiwan’s politicians been brawling in parliament?

Taiwan’s parliament has been thrown into chaos in recent weeks, with controversial new parliamentary reforms leading to huge protests and brawling on the floor of the chamber. Politicians have shoved, tackled and hit each other during debate over the new laws, which are seen by some critics as favouring China and diminishing the power of the island’s president. Local media said politicians from both sides were left with injuries. Outside parliament tens of thousands of people gathered to protest. This week, the legislature passed the changes but Taiwan’s cabinet says it will reject the legislation and send it back for…