Corruption Charges Against Chen Shui-bian

The corruption charges against Chen Shui-bian emerged following his departure from the presidency, which resulted in the loss of his presidential immunity. The Supreme Prosecutor's Office initiated an inquiry into allegations of corruption linked to Chen. This inquiry was part of a broader investigation into the activities of his administration, which included several high-profile arrests. Among those arrested were Chiou I-jen, who served as the National Security Council secretary-general, and Yeh Sheng-mao, the former director-general of the Ministry of Justice's Investigation Bureau. The legal proceedings highlighted the extent of corruption within the administration and raised questions about governance and accountability in Taiwan.