Definition
Wu Kuo-an (Chinese: 吳國安) is a Taiwanese politician who served as chief secretary of the Public Construction Commission and, subsequently, as its deputy minister from February 2012 to May 2012.
Overview
Wu’s career in the Executive Yuan’s Public Construction Commission placed him in a senior administrative role overseeing public‑construction projects and related policy matters. He was appointed deputy minister in February 2012, succeeding the previous chief secretary, and held the position until May 2012, when Chen Chwen‑jing succeeded him. Beyond this brief tenure, publicly available records provide limited additional detail about his political activities, subsequent appointments, or broader contributions to Taiwanese governance.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Wu” (吳) is a common Chinese family name, while “Kuo‑an” (國安) can be interpreted as “national security” or “peace of the nation” in Mandarin. The name follows standard Chinese naming conventions, with the family name preceding the given name.
Characteristics
- Political Role: Deputy minister of the Public Construction Commission (Feb 2012 – May 2012).
- Administrative Focus: Involved in the oversight of public infrastructure projects, procurement, and regulatory compliance within the commission.
- Tenure Length: Approximately three months, indicating a brief period in senior office.
- Public Record: Information about Wu’s background, education, and later career is not extensively documented in readily accessible English‑language sources.
Related Topics
- Public Construction Commission (Taiwan) – the government agency responsible for public‑construction policy and management.
- Executive Yuan – the executive branch of Taiwan’s government, under which the Public Construction Commission operates.
- Taiwanese political administration – broader context of civil service appointments and ministerial structures in Taiwan.
Accurate information is not confirmed regarding Wu Kuo-an’s early life, education, and activities after May 2012, as publicly available sources provide only the limited details noted above.