Vincent Siew

ModernPoliticianChina1939 — ?

ROC premier and vice president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1939

Country

China

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)29

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)66

Strategy (15%)55

Total Score52.4

Vincent Siew — Complete Timeline

1997 AD

Premiership of the Republic of ChinaPolitical Action◆ Major

Vincent Siew served as Premier of the Republic of China from 1997 to 2000 under President Lee Teng-hui. He oversaw economic reforms and the response to the Asian financial crisis.

PremierROCLee Teng-hui

Impact: national

2008 AD

Vice Presidency of the Republic of ChinaPolitical Action◆ Major

Vincent Siew served as Vice President under President Ma Ying-jeou from 2008 to 2012. He focused on cross-strait economic relations and signed the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) with China.

Vice PresidentCross-Strait RelationsECFA

Impact: nationalconstructive

2010 AD

Signing of the Economic Cooperation Framework AgreementPolitical Action◆ Major

As Vice President, Vincent Siew played a key role in negotiating and signing the ECFA with China. The agreement reduced tariffs and increased trade, but was criticized by opposition parties for deepening dependence on China.

ECFACross-Strait TradeEconomic Policy

Impact: regional