When was Yen Chia-kan born?

Yen Chia-kan was born on 23 October 1905 in Wu County.

What positions has Yen Chia-kan held?

Positions held by Yen Chia-kan include: President of the Republic of China (1975–1978); Vice President of the Republic of China (1966–1975); Premier of the Republic of China (1963–1972); Chairperson of Taiwan Provincial Government (1954–1957).

Where did Yen Chia-kan study?

Yen Chia-kan was educated at St. John's University.

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Yen Chia-kan

President of Taiwan (ROC) from 1975 to 1978

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Yen Chia-kan, also known as C. K. Yen, was a Chinese politician, chemist, and economist who was the 2nd president of the Republic of China from 1975 to 1978. As a member of the Kuomintang (KMT), he served in various important government positions throughout his lifetime, including Minister of Finance, Premier of the Republic of China, and Vice President of the Republic of China.

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Born: 23 October 1905 wd
Place of birth: Wu County wd
Died: 24 December 1993 wd
Place of death: Taipei wd
Citizenship: Qing dynasty, Republic of China wd
Occupation: politician, civil servant wd
Political party: Kuomintang wd
Education: St. John's University wd
Spouse: Liu Chi-chun wd

Positions held wd

President of the Republic of China (6 April 1975 – 20 May 1978)
Vice President of the Republic of China (20 May 1966 – 5 April 1975)
Premier of the Republic of China (15 December 1963 – 29 May 1972)
Chairperson of Taiwan Provincial Government (7 June 1954 – 16 August 1957)

Awards wd

Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic (1965)

Questions

When was Yen Chia-kan born?: Yen Chia-kan was born on 23 October 1905 in Wu County.
What positions has Yen Chia-kan held?: Positions held by Yen Chia-kan include: President of the Republic of China (1975–1978); Vice President of the Republic of China (1966–1975); Premier of the Republic of China (1963–1972); Chairperson of Taiwan Provincial Government (1954–1957).
Where did Yen Chia-kan study?: Yen Chia-kan was educated at St. John's University.

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