Hou Yu-ih

Taiwanese politician · Taiwan · On the map · Politicians · Born 1957 · age 69

Hou Yu-ih is a Taiwanese politician, criminologist, and former police officer who has served as the second mayor of New Taipei since 2018. A member of the Kuomintang (KMT), he was the party's nominee in the 2024 Taiwanese presidential election.

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2023“Dialogue between Taipei and Beijing is also a crucial way to defuse crises and ensure peace and stability.”In their words13 December 2023Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

“As a (former) police chief, I was in gunfights multiple times and have protected Taiwan with my life. People can testify that my life is intertwined with the safety of this nation.”In their words11 December 2023Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

“We do not need more fighter jets flying across the Taiwan Strait. Instead, we need more passenger jets and good timing to create peace.”In their words31 October 2023Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

“We are all born here in Taiwan and are nurtured by this land. It is important for Taiwanese to set aside their differences and work together for a better future.”In their words6 August 2023Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

“Although Taiwan guarantees freedom of speech, it is still a democratic country ruled by law.”In their words19 April 2023Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

2019“The head of a campaign office is just a title.”In their words9 October 2019Taipei TimesRead the whole statement

2018Named Mayor of New TaipeiOffice25 December 2018 to 24 September 20231957Born7 June 1957

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Director-General of the National Police Agency Hou Yu-ih's uniform photo

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Hou Yu-ih

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My national defense policy is to prepare for war, but not to provoke.
13 December 2023 · Taipei Times, Own words
Taiwan will not be a trouble-maker, but instead will play a role in facilitating peace and reducing risks in the region.
17 September 2023 · Taipei Times, Own words
Taiwanese independence has no legal basis, so I oppose it. Unity in Taiwan should not be damaged by ideology. The Republic of China is our country and Taiwan is our home.
11 May 2023 · Taipei Times, Own words

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He previously served as director-general of the National Police Agency from 2006 to 2008, president of Central Police University from 2008 to 2010, and deputy mayor of New Taipei City from 2010 to 2018.

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