Passing of General Liu Ho-chien, Former Chief of General Staff
Posted on 2023-12-14 17:23:13
General Liu Ho-chien (劉和謙), the former Chief of the General Staff, passed away today at the age of 97.
The Ministry of National Defense will assist with funeral arrangements for the respected four-star general.
Liu's distinguished career included roles as the Navy's Commander-in-Chief, Director of the Joint Operations Division, and strategic advisor to the Presidential Office.
He significantly contributed to Taiwan's naval capabilities, notably securing submarines from the Netherlands despite financial and logistical challenges.
Liu's efforts were pivotal in maintaining the naval power balance in the Taiwan Strait.
His tenure saw appointments as a strategic advisor by four Taiwanese Presidents, and he was awarded the prestigious Order of Blue Sky and White Sun with Grand Cordon for his service.
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