Premier Jiang Yi-huah today accepted the resignation of Minister without Portfolio Chen Shi-shuenn, who also doubles as minister of the Executive Yuan's Public Construction Commission (PCC).
Executive Spokesperson Sun Lih-chyun said Chen tendered his resignation this afternoon during a private meeting with Premier Jiang. Chen's responsibilities as PCC minister will be temporarily transferred to his deputy minister, Yan Jeou-rong. The premier thanked Chen for his hard work and contribution during these past months at the Executive Yuan.