Cabinet Spokesman Chen Shih-kai Named as New MOTC Head
Posted on 2024-08-30 07:03:13
Premier Cho Jung-tai has named Cabinet spokesperson Chen Shih-kai as the new transport minister.
The announcement comes after Li Men-yen resigned from the post last week following revelations of an extramarital affair.
Chen served as a spokesperson during President Lai Ching-te's presidential campaign and for the Cabinet after Lai took office in May.
He's now expected to take up the minister of transportation's top job on September 2.
Speaking during a Cabinet press briefing, the premier expressed confidence in Chen's ability to lead the ministry despite his lack of a proven track record in the field.
However, the premier stressed that Chen's years of service at the Taichung City Council exposed him to local transportation affairs.
The premier also highlighted Chen's academic background in politics and understanding of business management, expressing hopes that Chen will effectively lead the Ministry of Transport.
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