
Chen Shih-kai
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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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-endMinister 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 yearMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai mentioned the financial pressures on the airport due to construction projects.
Ministry shares updates on airport terminal projectMinister 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 tourists
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said the figures cited were incorrect.
Ex-officials slam HSR plan - Taipei TimesChen Shih-kai defended the high-speed rail extension plan amid public criticism.
Transport minister defends high-speed rail planMinister 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 weekMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai shows reporters newly laid pavement on the Danjiang Bridge.
Danjiang Bridge opening events set for April and MayMinister 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. 25Minister 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 soonMinister 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 parkMinister 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 tourism
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 bills
Chen Shih-kai visited the renovated facility yesterday morning.
Taipei airport observatory to open tomorrow
Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications in Taiwan.
A call to support Taiwan’s participation in ICAOMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai said the ministry nearly gave up on the project.
President Lai attends Danjiang Bridge ceremonyMinister 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 participationChen 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 approval
Chen Shih-kai is the Minister of Transportation and Communications who discussed budget allocations for airlines regarding military personnel.
Foreign visitors to reach 9m: agencyMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai has communicated that China Airlines is coordinating with other airlines.
Military personnel to get priority boardingMinister 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 introduced
Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai defended Shih’s qualifications in an online radio show.
THSRC chair vows digital transitionMinister 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 year
Chen Shih-kai announced that a draft amendment was being prepared to treat unlicensed driving similarly to drunk driving.
Proposals target unlicensed drivers - Taipei TimesMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai stated that the nation still aims to attract 10 million international visitors this year.
Foreigners could soon work at hotelsMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai announced the redesign of the driver’s license exam to make it more rigorous.
Driver’s license test to become tougher: ministry
Chen Shih-kai is the spokesperson for William Lai’s presidential campaign.
Notes from Central Taiwan: What is the KMT’s real nuclear power stance?Minister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai proposed lowering the license renewal age from 75 to 70.
Groups to protest slow driver license reformMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai thanked legislators for their support.
Committee votes to unfreeze two ministries’ budgetsMinister of Transportation and Communications Chen Shih-kai pledged to deliberate for three months whether elderly drivers should be required to install advanced driver assistance systems in their vehicles.
Ministry mulls elderly-driver regulations - Taipei Times









































