Wang Jin-pyng
Taiwanese politician and legislative leader
Born
March 17th, 1941
84 years ago
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Taiwan
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Born in 1941, served as a prominent politician in Taiwan, holding multiple significant roles throughout a lengthy career. Played a key role in the Legislative Yuan and became the first person to serve as its Speaker for over 20 years. Engaged in various governmental reforms and legislative initiatives during tenure in politics. His leadership influenced numerous policies within the Taiwanese government, particularly in the areas of legislative processes and party dynamics.
Served as Speaker of the Legislative Yuan
Influenced Taiwanese legislative reforms
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