Reported about 1 year ago
According to Liberty Times Net on July 7, 2024, Lai Ching-te stated that he respects Zheng Wen-Can's decision. Zheng, the Chairman of the Straits Exchange Foundation (SEF), is suspected of corruption and was granted bail of 5 million NT dollars by the court. Subsequently, he announced his resignation from the position. President Lai Ching-te respects Zheng's decision and hopes that the judicial units will act justly and promptly clarify the facts. SEF mentioned that Zheng resigned from the Chairman position to avoid affecting the team's governmental duties. Zheng vows to defend his innocence with full effort during the judicial process. The personnel matters at SEF will be handled according to the proper procedures. Reports suggest that Zheng made remarks via Line app stating his commitment to honesty and expressing gratitude for the support received.
Source: YAHOO