Lu Shiow-yen
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Lu Shiow-yen's greatest achievement is her two-term tenure as mayor of Taichung, a city of over 2.8 million people. Her 2018 victory flipped a DPP stronghold, and her 2022 landslide re-election demonstrated strong voter confidence.She has been a driving force behind major infrastructure projects, including the Taichung Super Dome and transit improvements. Her focus on disaster preparedness has made Taichung a model for emergency management in Taiwan.Internationally, she has expanded Taichung's global ties through diplomatic visits and sister-city agreements, positioning the city as a key player in Taiwan's international engagement.
Records & Feats
First female mayor of Taichung
Lu Shiow-yen became the first woman to serve as mayor of Taichung when she took office in 2018, breaking a long history of male leadership in the city.