Former presidential adviser Chiou Chwei-liang diesBy Lee Hsin-fang and Lin Chia-nan / Staff reportersThe government yesterday expressed grief over the death of former Presidential Office policy adviser Chiou Chwei-liang (邱垂亮), while highlighting his contributions to democracy as well as Taipei-Canberra ties. President Tsai Ing-wen (蔡英文) was sorrowful to learn of Chiou’s passing, Presidential Office spokesman Xavier Chang (張惇涵) said in a statement. Former Presidential Office policy adviser Chiou Chwei-liang, who died in Australia yesterday, is pictured on May 27, 2004. Chiou was also committed to fostering talent and conserving Hakka culture, while contributing to advancing the Taiwan-Australia friendship, Chang said. In 2003, the Australian government awarded Chiou a medal, marking his special contributions, the ministry said.

Source: Taipei Times March 13, 2021 15:56 UTC