SU Tseng-chang

A native of Pingtung, Taiwan, Su Tseng-chang graduated from the College of Law of National Taiwan University. Before becoming premier, he was a defense lawyer in the Kaohsiung Incident case, Pingtung County magistrate, Taipei County magistrate, and secretary-general to the president.

Important Events

• 2006.03.01
  Per presidential order, the Executive Yuan Council announces that the Guidelines for National Unification will cease to apply.
• 2006.06.16
  The Hsuehshan Tunnel officially opens after 13 years of construction.
• 2006.10.25
  The Executive Yuan announces the “Big Investment, Big Warmth” plan covering industrial development, financial markets, the industrial workforce, public infrastructure and social welfare.
• 2007.03.02
  Taiwan High Speed Rail full-line service from Taipei to Kaohsiung is launched after 15 years of construction.