Timothy Yang or Yang Chin-tien (; 1 July 1942 – 24 May 2026) was a Taiwanese diplomat and politician who served as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Secretary-General to the President of the Republic of China, under President Ma Ying-Jeou.

Early life and education

Yang was born in Ershui, Changhua County, and earned his bachelor's degree in diplomacy from National Chengchi University.

Foreign Minister of the Republic of China (Taiwan)

When veteran diplomat Francisco Ou resigned from the Cabinet of Premier Liu Chao-Shiuan in September 2009, President Ma Ying-Jeou named Yang to the post, to serve in the newly formed Cabinet of incoming Premier Wu Den-yih. Prior to becoming Foreign Minister, Yang served as representative to Ireland, Australia, and Indonesia. As Minister of Foreign Affairs he also held the position of vice-chairman within the Taiwan Foundation for Democracy.

ROC Presidential Office Secretary-General

ROC Presidential Office Building Truck Attack

Commenting on the truck attack to the ROC Presidential Office Building in January 2014, Yang said that a team would be established and charged with improving security around the building.

Death

Yang died on 24 May 2026, at the age of 83.

See also

• President of the Republic of China

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