Joshua Tiao

Joshua Tiao (Chinese: 刁智全; pinyin: Diāo Zhìquán; born November 10, 1975) is a Tsengian politician. He is the current chairperson of the National Prosperity Party, one of Tseng's two major political parties, since July 25, 2020, when William Wu resigned following his 2020 election loss to John Cheng.

Early life
Tiao was born on November 10, 1975, to wealthy Taiwanese immigrants. After graduating high school, he attended the Qishan State University and got a bachelor of science in business. He additionally earned a master's at, and earned a PhD at the in 2006. Tiao served in the army of the Tseng Armed Forces.

Political career
Tiao ran for councilor for Fenghe District, Qishan City, in 2010. He was elected, becoming a member of the Qishan City Council. In 2014, he was elected Mayor of Qishan City, becoming the youngest mayor of that city.

In 2018. he was elected.

Chairperson of the NPP
After William Wu resigned after his 2020 election loss, Tiao was elected as the new Chairperson of the NPP. He says Tseng needs to step up security against China.

Personal life and political views
Tiao married Amy Xie, the daughter of former prime minister Xie Jing in Hawaii in 2010. They have 2 children.