Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an's call to abolish the Control Yuan has drawn criticism from legislator Lin Chun-hsien, who questioned Chiang's past opposition to similar constitutional amendments. Lin suggested Chiang's current stance might be politically motivated, possibly to distance himself from his aide or to position himself for a 2028 presidential bid.
The Presidential Office has nominated three individuals with labor expertise for the Control Yuan: Chang Feng-yi, Hsieh Cheng-ta, and Chiu Chun-yen. Labor groups view this as a significant step, hoping their specialized knowledge will lead to improved labor laws and workplace conditions, and urge bipartisan support for their confirmation.
Taiwanese disability and caregiver employer groups strongly oppose the nomination of Sun Yi-hsin, Secretary-General of the Taiwan Alliance for Social Welfare, to the Control Yuan. They cite his strong advocacy for migrant worker rights, particularly ending the "one-day departure every three years" rule for foreign laborers, while allegedly neglecting the severe caregiving challenges faced by Taiwanese families with disabled members. Concerns are raised about potential conflicts of interest and a lack of objective, neutral perspective for the oversight role.
Taiwan People's Party Chairman Huang Kuo-chang strongly criticized the Control Yuan, calling it a "useless institution" for allegedly attempting to overturn convictions of DPP-affiliated elites. He announced the party's intention to cut the Control Yuan's budget, reject all its nominees, and initiate constitutional amendments to abolish the institution.
President William Lai has nominated Chen Yung-hsing, a human rights advocate, as president of Taiwan's Control Yuan. The list of 29 nominees aims to enhance government oversight and protect human rights, but faces opposition from the KMT and TPP parties.
Taiwan's President has nominated 29 new members for the Control Yuan, including Chen Yung-hsing as president and Wang Jung-chang as vice president. The opposition parties, KMT and TPP, have expressed rejection, with TPP chairman Huang Kuo-chang calling the institution a "reward院" and "henchman院" and vowing to cut its budget.
Presidential Office announced nominees for the 7th Control Yuan, with medical veteran Chen Yung-hsing nominated as president. Chen's past "painful" history with Taiwan People's Party Chair Huang Kuo-chang, who he urged to "find his original intention," has resurfaced.
Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim announced the list of 29 nominees for the 7th Control Yuan. Among them is poet Wang Zhi-cheng, known by his pen name Lu Han-xiu, who has a background in cultural administration and promoting Taiwanese Hokkien literature. He previously served as Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau in Kaohsiung and Taichung.
President Lai Ching-te has nominated Tainan Deputy Mayor Chao Ching-hui to serve as a Control Yuan member. Tainan Mayor Huang Wei-che congratulated Chao, affirming her extensive experience and administrative performance. The nomination awaits legislative review.
President Lai Ching-te has nominated Chao Ching-hui, current Deputy Mayor of Tainan, to serve as a Control Yuan member. Chao, with a background in journalism and extensive experience in Tainan city governance, is recognized for her administrative capabilities and policy communication skills.
Taiwan's Presidential Office announced nominees for the 7th Control Yuan, with medical elder Chen Yung-hsing nominated as President and Wang Rong-chang as Vice President. Legislator Chen Chao-tzu stated the party will review nominees' past actions and political leanings.
Taiwan's Vice President Hsiao Bi-khim introduced 29 nominees for the Control Yuan, including Chen Yung-hsing for president and Wang Jung-chang for vice president. Hsiao emphasized adherence to the constitution and the importance of the Control Yuan, despite past calls to abolish it.
Taiwan's Vice President, Hsiao Bi-khim, introduced the nominees for the 7th Control Yuan. Chen Yung-hsing is nominated for President and Wang Jung-chang for Vice President. Chen pledged to be non-partisan and uphold justice and human rights.
Taiwan's Control Yuan has urged the Executive Yuan to improve the management of sports classes in schools, citing issues like academic disparities, potential abuse, and unclear responsibilities between the Ministry of Education and the newly established Department of Sports.
