TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taiwan's planned Cabinet reshuffle faced unexpected complications Monday (Aug. 25) as Health and Welfare Minister Chiu Tai-yuan (邱泰源) reportedly declined to submit his resignation letter, disrupting the government's reorganization timeline. Premier Cho Jung-tai (卓榮泰) addressed reporters at the Legislative Yuan, Taiwan's parliament, assuring that new Cabinet appointments would be completed this week. The premier emphasized that official personnel adjustments had only commenced Sunday, suggesting the reshuffle process remained in its early stages.
Premier Cho underscored the critical importance of conducting a thorough reassessment of Taiwan's Cabinet composition and ministerial positions. The premier expressed optimism that President Lai Ching-te (賴清德) would embrace more extensive governmental changes beyond the current scope. Cho confirmed that multiple officials who had already submitted resignation letters would indeed step down, while the administration continued evaluating and consulting with potential replacement candidates.
Premier Cho expressed aspirations for enhanced public and legislative backing as Taiwan's reconfigured Cabinet prepares to embrace innovative approaches toward inter-chamber relations and policy realignment. The premier stated that President Lai seeks to stabilize Taiwan's current political situation during this transitional period. Cho affirmed his commitment to maintaining his premiership role to fulfill upcoming responsibilities under President Lai's direction, facilitating smoother national progress. ◼
