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Taiwan’s capital markets witnessed an unprecedented milestone as the inaugural “Taiwan Weeks,” organized by the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE), Taipei Exchange (TPEx), Taiwan Futures Exchange (TAIFEX), and Taiwan Depository & Clearing Corporation (TDCC), in collaboration with and under the guidance of the Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC), was successfully held from October 15 to 23. Centered on the theme “Building Taiwan into an Asian Asset Management Center,” the nine-day series attracted nearly 28,000 participants, including representatives from over 1,200 juristic-person institutions and more than 250 foreign institutional investors. It also brought together major international exchanges from Japan, Korea, Singapore, and NASDAQ, collectively witnessing a new milestone for Taiwan’s capital market.

The "Opening Ceremony" on October 15 was kicked off with a video address by R.O.C (Taiwan) Premier Cho Jung-tai, who underscored Taiwan’s pivotal role in the restructuring of global supply chains and the strong performance of the Taiwan stock market in attracting the favor of international capital. The FSC Chairperson Dr. Peng Jin-lung emphasized that Taiwan possesses three key strengths — a solid industrial foundation, substantial private wealth, and strong investment momentum — and reaffirmed the government’s determination to establish Taiwan as an Asian Asset Management Center. The "Opening Ceremony" attracted over 150 listed companies, 100+ financial institutions, and nearly 80 representatives from international exchanges and institutional investors, who gathered to explore the future development of the capital market. Taiwan Weeks also featured the "Internationalization of Asset Management Forum" and "Mobilizing Private Sector Funds to invest in Public Infrastructure Forum," which explored topics such as asset allocation, wealth management, and public-private partnership models—expanding policy reach and strengthening market momentum.

1. Expanding product diversity and expanding opportunities across Asia
The "Asia Capital Markets Summit Forum" addressed three major topics: new opportunities for Asia’s capital markets, challenges and prospects for bond ETFs amid global volatility, and the future trends of international investment institutions. The forum featured distinguished guests including Tokyo Stock Exchange President & CEO Moriyuki Iwanaga and Nasdaq FinTech Senior Vice President R.G. Manalac, who engaged in a dialogue on international financial trends and regional cooperation opportunities, sharing fresh insights on new drivers of collaboration amid a rapidly evolving global financial landscape. Meanwhile, the "ETF Investment Expo", held at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center, drew over 23,000 visits, with 13 asset management companies, securities firms, and financial holding companies participating in the exhibition. The exhibition across five themed zones, promoting investor education and demonstrating the robust growth of Taiwan’s ETF market.

2. Advancing sustainability through stronger governance and ESG alignment
The "Emerging Trends in Investor Relations and Engagement Forum" brought together 220 participants from listed companies and institutional investors to discuss global developments in investor relations and ESG engagement. The "Taipei Corporate Governance Forum" continued the discussion on sustainability and corporate transformation, examined the adoption of ISSB standards, ESG investment trends, as well as sustainable finance strategies. One of the panel discussions featured ACGA Secretary General Amar Gill as moderator, who, together with representatives from various Asian stock exchanges and experts, explored ways to strengthen corporate governance efficiency, enhance corporate value, and promoting investor relations alongside sustainable market development.

3. Driving innovation and linking capital with startups
The "Asia Innovation Capital Launching Ceremony" were held on October 21, marking a major step forward in Taiwan’s dual-track fundraising system for equities and bonds. By easing listing rules for both the Taiwan Innovation Board and the Main Board, the initiative aims to accelerate the growth of innovative enterprises and strengthen their connection with capital markets. Over 300 participants-including government, industry, and academia as well as international venture capital firms, accelerators, and high-potential innovative enterprises attended the ceremony. The same day, the "Asia Innovation Cup" competition featured more than 70 teams, including nine from overseas (Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, and Finland), creating a dynamic platform that connects innovation with capital and fosters cross-border entrepreneurial collaboration.

The 2025 "Taiwan Weeks" received an enthusiastic response from domestic and international financial, industrial, and academic sectors and saw participation from multiple international exchanges. The events successfully attracted global investor attention, symbolizing Taiwan’s steady progress toward becoming an "Asian Asset Management Center." To ensure the continued implementation of these policies, the FSC and TWSE jointly launched the "Asian Asset Management Center Promotion Office" on September 1, serving as a one-stop service hub for domestic and international financial institutions. The office provides consultation on regulatory issues and policy guidance, acting as a key bridge between government initiatives and market development. Looking ahead, the TWSE will continue to advance product innovation, cross-border collaboration, and global financial engagement—strengthening Taiwan’s capital markets together with reinforcing its position as a focal point for investors worldwide.