Chen Shih-kai
TaiwanpoliticianMale6.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications in Taiwan, known for his role in overseeing the nation's transportation policies and infrastructure. Recently, he has been in the news for announcing the Ministry's approval of Taiwan Railway Corporation's request to increase ticket prices, citing the need for financial adjustments after the company transitioned to a private enterprise. His leadership comes at a time when operational costs have significantly risen, necessitating a review of fare structures that had not been updated in over thirty years.
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Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications who defended the government's decision to extend the high-speed rail.
First N700ST bullet trains to start service next yearTaiwan· 2026-08-03
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said the hospitality industry served 18 million guests.
Culinary exhibition featuring specialty products now openTaiwan· 2026-07-31
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai announced that he would donate one month’s salary to the disaster relief effort.
Officials at HSR meeting in Japan pledge quake relief supportTaiwan· 2026-07-29
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai should seek to replace punitive accountability with a non-punitive safety reporting system.
TRC must improve staff safetyTaiwan· 2026-07-17
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai emphasized the need to prioritize the construction of the third terminal at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
Prioritization of Taoyuan third terminal neededTaiwan· 2026-07-10
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai praised the smooth ride and scenic views on the Jiji Line.
Scenic Jiji Line resumes full services after 4 yearsTaiwan· 2026-06-25
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai today said that tougher penalties proposed by his ministry for drug-impaired driving could take effect as soon as the end of this year.
Harsher drug-driving penalties could take effect by year-endTaiwan· 2026-06-02Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said domestic travel during the Lunar New Year holiday more than doubled from last year.
Local holiday travel more than doubled this yearTaiwan· 2026-02-23Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai mentioned the financial pressures on the airport due to construction projects.
Ministry shares updates on airport terminal projectTaiwan· 2026-02-11
Minister of Transportation and Communication Chen Shih-kai said the number of domestic and international travelers has risen steadily in the past two years.
Taiwan aims to attract 9.4m touristsTaiwan· 2026-02-11
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said the figures cited were incorrect.
Ex-officials slam HSR plan - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2026-01-30
Chen Shih-kai defended the high-speed rail extension plan amid public criticism.
Transport minister defends high-speed rail planTaiwan· 2026-01-28
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai spoke to reporters while inspecting the new facility at Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.
New airport apron to open next weekTaiwan· 2026-01-21Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai shows reporters newly laid pavement on the Danjiang Bridge.
Danjiang Bridge opening events set for April and MayTaiwan· 2026-01-16
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said that he has visited the site several times during the trial period.
Taoyuan airport’s Terminal 3 north concourse to open on Dec. 25Taiwan· 2025-12-18Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said he hopes that the budget to fund the plans would be implemented by March.
Birthday travel voucher draws begin soonTaiwan· 2025-12-04
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said that the ministry is mainly in charge of repairing roads in the region.
Premier vows more effort to restore Taroko parkTaiwan· 2025-11-25
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said that the ministry’s subsidies are meant to encourage people to travel during the week.
Accommodation subsides coming next March to promote domestic tourismTaiwan· 2025-11-25
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai told lawmakers at a meeting of the legislature’s Transportation Committee.
Subsidies for MRTs to be cut under KMT billsTaiwan· 2025-10-29
Chen Shih-kai visited the renovated facility yesterday morning.
Taipei airport observatory to open tomorrowTaiwan· 2025-10-02
Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications in Taiwan.
A call to support Taiwan’s participation in ICAO
Belize· 2025-09-26Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said the ministry nearly gave up on the project.
President Lai attends Danjiang Bridge ceremonyTaiwan· 2025-09-16
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai has written opinion pieces to be sent to foreign media firms urging the international community to support Taiwan’s inclusion in the ICAO.
Government vows to work toward ICAO and UN participationTaiwan· 2025-09-09
Chen at yesterday’s 'Traffic Safety Month' event told reporters that he would ensure that ministry officials fully comply with Cho’s directives.
On-site driver rapid drug testing pending approvalTaiwan· 2025-08-29Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications who discussed budget allocations for airlines regarding military personnel.
Foreign visitors to reach 9m: agencyTaiwan· 2025-07-24
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai has communicated that China Airlines is coordinating with other airlines.
Military personnel to get priority boardingTaiwan· 2025-07-03
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai in February listed effective management of installation of car window tinting as one of three key measures to enhance road safety.
Car window visibility guidelines introducedTaiwan· 2025-06-30
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai defended Shih’s qualifications in an online radio show.
THSRC chair vows digital transitionTaiwan· 2025-06-25
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai indicated that the terminal would be opened in stages and go into use this year.
Taoyuan airport’s Terminal 3 to partially open this yearTaiwan· 2025-06-12
Chen Shih-kai announced that a draft amendment was being prepared to treat unlicensed driving similarly to drunk driving.
Proposals target unlicensed drivers - Taipei TimesTaiwan· 2025-05-31
