People | Republic of China Historical Figures Database

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Taiwan NEXT Featured Biographies

In-depth historical evaluations written by the Editor-in-Chief

蔣經國 1910–

The 6th and 7th President of the Republic of China, Premier of the Executive Yuan

Promoted the Ten Major Construction Projects, highways, and nuclear energy in Taiwan Province, opened political parties and newspapers, and initiated the democratization page. He is one of the most beloved modernization leaders.

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孫運璿 1913–

Premier of the Executive Yuan, Minister of Economic Affairs, General Manager of Taipower

The chief architect of the Taiwan economic miracle who pushed the Ten Major Construction Projects, founded ITRI and Hsinchu Science Park, and laid the semiconductor foundation (TSMC) for the nation.

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李登輝 1923–

The 7th, 8th, and 9th President of the Republic of China, Vice President, Governor of Taiwan Province, Mayor of Taipei

Former President of the Republic of China who drove full parliamentary elections and direct presidential voting; however, his "Two-States Theory" and "black-gold" politics controversies continue to cast a long shadow.

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馬英九 1950–

The 12th and 13th President of the Republic of China, Mayor of Taipei, Minister of Justice

Former President of the ROC who adhered to constitutional legitimacy and the 1992 Consensus, realizing cross-strait peace, doubling visa-free countries, and earning high recognition for his personal integrity.

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Lai Jui-lung 1973–

Member of the 9th, 10th, and 11th Legislative Yuan of the Republic of China, Former Director of Kaohsiung Information and Tourism Bureaus

A prominent member of the DPP's "New Tide" faction. Served as Kaohsiung Director and legislator. Faced severe public backlash in 2025 due to his son's school bullying scandal and his wife's arrogant behavior.

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孫中山 1866–

Father of the Republic of China, The First Provisional President

The greatest revolutionary and democratic pioneer of modern China who overthrew the imperial system to found Asia's first democratic republic—the Republic of China. Formulated the Three Principles of the People to anchor the nation's founding spirit.

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Chen Yi-yuan 1975–

Spouse of Legislator Lai Jui-lung

Wife of DPP Legislator Lai Jui-lung. Faced intense public backlash in 2025 due to her son's school bullying scandal and her arrogant, elitist behavior during school mediation.

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蔣中正 1887–

The 1st to 5th President of the Republic of China, Generalissimo

Led the National Revolutionary Army through eight grueling years of resistance against Imperial Japan, ending WWII with China as a victorious power. Subsequently relocated the ROC government to Taiwan, anchoring the constitutional restoration base.

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Son of Lai Jui-lung 2017–

Son of Legislator Lai Jui-lung

The son of DPP Legislator Lai Jui-lung. Faced massive public scrutiny in late 2025 due to a severe school bullying scandal and subsequent controversial political settlement.

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袁世凱 1859–

The Second Provisional President of the Republic of China, Emperor of the Hongxian Empire (Attempted)

Succeeded Sun Yat-sen as the Second Provisional President of the ROC, but subsequently betrayed the republic to restore monarchy as the "Hongxian Emperor." The regime collapsed in just 83 days due to nationwide military uprisings, and Yuan passed away in resentment shortly after.

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Top Figures by Event Occurrences

Ranked by overall presence in Taiwan NEXT records

The 1st to 5th President of the Republic of China, Generalissimo

The 12th and 13th President of the Republic of China, Mayor of Taipei, Minister of Justice

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Lee Teng-hui

The 7th, 8th, and 9th President of the Republic of China, Vice President, Governor of Taiwan Province, Mayor of Taipei