Controversies over abuse of power erupted, Xu Jiaqing resigned as chairman of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission

Xu Jiaqing, chairman of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, was recently exposed to the news that he used public funds to go abroad and used his privileges to let his son land on Dongsha Island. Recently, he was accused of taking his son to pretend to be a "photographer" to accompany him on a business trip to Europe during his tenure, and tacitly allowed his husband to privately use the official car of the foreign embassy in the United States. The family of three "parasitized the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council" to attend overseas overseas community activities together.

Xu Jiaqing issued a statement this morning (7th) stating that he will resign as chairman of the committee with immediate effect and will request relevant administrative and judicial investigations.

Xu Jiaqing said that during her six-and-a-half-year tenure at the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, she had always administered affairs in accordance with the law, devoted herself to public service, worked hard, and had a clear conscience whether at home or abroad. Xu alleged that "certain legislators" had repeatedly spread rumors and distorted her position, but she would not back down due to unreasonable questioning and suppression. In the past, even though she had continuously clarified the facts, restored the truth, and provided a large amount of information, there was still no room for rational political discussion. Therefore, she decided to request relevant administrative and judicial investigations herself, cooperate fully, never evade, and respect the final investigation results.

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Xu Jiaqing said that in order to maintain the objective and independent space of administrative and judicial investigation agencies, allow Taiwanese society to refocus on positive development, and safeguard the reputation and official motto of the chairman of the Overseas Chinese Affairs Council, she will resign as chairman with immediate effect.

Xu Jiaqing also apologized to all colleagues at home and abroad who had worked together, and said that leaving a lot of work unfinished was her biggest regret. However, she believed that her colleagues would still successfully complete various overseas Chinese affairs policies and tasks. She was very honored to work with colleagues from the Overseas Chinese Affairs Commission to serve overseas Chinese around the world.

Xu Jiaqing said that there is competition among different positions in democratic politics, but regardless of political party or political position, the basic administrative principles of a country governed by law should be respected and the basic rights and dignity of public servants should be maintained. After all, political party competition is only temporary. National security and the stable development of the democratic system are the common responsibilities of all political workers. It is my value and responsibility to firmly protect Taiwan's democracy and freedom. I urge our fellow citizens and overseas Chinese friends to join hands and continue to make strides towards the international community so that Taiwan's economy, democracy, freedom, and human rights can develop more smoothly.