Programme

Keynote remarks: Dr Yen-Liang Chen, Vice Chairperson, Financial Supervisory Commission, Taipei

A high-level dialogue with representatives from TWSE, Tokyo Stock Exchange, and KRX. With Northeast Asian markets showing strong performance globally in the first half of 2026, the session will assess real progress in governance and value creation programmes, moving from initial disclosures and signalling to tangible outcomes in capital allocation, dividend policies, share buybacks, and board accountability. This session will consider early results and investor reactions, remaining barriers, sustainability of market gains, and the next wave of expectations from regulators and investors.

Moderator: TBC

Speakers:
Mr Isaku Matsumoto, Chief Representative, Hong Kong Representative Office, Tokyo Stock Exchange, Inc., Hong Kong
Ms Kelly Chang, Vice President, Listing Department, Taiwan Stock Exchange Corporation (TWSE), Taipei
Dr Woochan Kim, Chairman, KOSDAQ Market Committee, Korea Exchange, Seoul

Presentation and in-depth analysis of the latest ACGA CG Watch report. This session will unpack significant movements in market rankings and underlying drivers, standout reformers and laggards, notable shifts, and the persistent weaknesses that continue to hold back governance standards in the region, with clear takeaways for companies, investors, and regulators

Moderator:
Dr. Helena Fung, Head of Research and Advocacy, ACGA, Hong Kong 

Speakers:
Mr. Amar Gill, Secretary General, ACGA, Hong Kong
Mr. Lake Wang, Research Head, Greater China, ACGA, Hong Kong
Mr. Christopher Leahy, Specialist Advisor, Southeast Asia, ACGA, Hong Kong
Ms. Yura Ahn, Research Head, Korea, ACGA, Hong Kong

Many Asian listed companies continue to feature strong founder or family influence with the board dynamics a function of cultural norms. The discussion will examine how these boards are professionalizing governance — particularly around succession, independent oversight, and capital discipline — while    leveraging the long-term strengths of family stewardship.

Moderator:TBC

Speakers:
Ms Tina Chang, Associate Director, Sustainable Investing, Fidelity International, Hong Kong
Others(TBC)

This workshop will examine the progress, headwinds, and evolving trends in minority shareholder protections. It explores key regulatory and market developments, challenges around controlling shareholder influence and related-party transactions, and the question of whether a stronger focus on minority rights best serves long-term corporate health. The session also considers how improved alignment between investors and companies can support better outcomes across the shareholder base.

Moderator:
Mr Ronnie Lim, ACGA Council Member; Senior Engagement Specialist, Robeco, Hong Kong

Speakers:
Dr Ismet Yusoff, Chief Executive Officer, Minority Shareholders Watch Group, Kuala Lumpur
Professor Te-Fang Chu, Director of Board, Securities and Futures Investors Protection Center, Taipei
Ms. Nana Li, Head of Sustainability & Stewardship, Asia-Pacific, Director, Impax Asset Management, Hong Kong 

Geopolitical and geoeconomic risks remain structural. Boards must address supply chain resilience, investment decisions, and scenario planning in this environment. The session will focus on practical approaches to maintaining strategic agility while respecting national security and regulatory realities in Asia.

Moderator: TBC

Speakers:
Mr Jeffrey R. Williams, ACGA Council Member; Independent Director, PharmaEssentia Corp.; Director, UBS SDIC Fund Management, UBS Asset Management China, United States
Others(TBC)

AI has moved from experimentation to core operations and strategy. This session explores how boards are building practical oversight frameworks around risks (bias, cybersecurity, ethics), opportunities, and value creation, alongside evolving investor expectations for transparency and accountability in 2026.

Moderator: TBC

Speakers:
Ms Christina Tseng, Managing Director, EY Advisory Services Inc., Taipei
Mr Jeff Lin, General Director, Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), Taipei
Mr Laurie Fitzjohn-Sykes, Founder Investor AI Resource Hub, United Kingdom 

Rising demands for expertise in AI, cybersecurity, climate transition, and capital efficiency are reshaping INED roles. This comparative session reviews evolving practices across APAC jurisdictions, focusing on how boards can foster genuine independence alongside stronger skills, evaluation processes, and overall effectiveness.

Moderator:
Mr Yuelin Yang, ACGA Council Member; Independent Director, Verlinvest Asia, Singapore

Speakers:
Dr Elizabeth Sun, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), Taipei
Dr Peter Yuan, Chairman & Managing Director, Korn/Ferry International Taiwan, Taipei
Mr Ross Teverson, Stewardship Director, Team Lead, Asia & GEMs, EOS at Federated Hermes, London
Mr Stephen Ho, Co-Founder, SDG Harmony; Independent Non-Executive Director of Trust-Manager of Asian Pay Television Trust, Valuetronics Holdings Limited, Azeus Systems Limited and CeEntek Pte Ltd, Taipei
 

As companies develop and disclose climate and sustainability transition plans, the spotlight is shifting from ambition to delivery and accountability with a focus on energy security and the role of renewables. This session examines how boards in Asia are overseeing these plans (targets, metrics, capital allocation, and risk integration), regulatory expectations and gaps across jurisdictions, corporate challenges and successes in implementation, and investor perspectives on credibility and engagement in 2026.

Moderator:
Mr Jane Ho, Head of Stewardship, APAC, BNP Paribas Asset Management, Singapore

Speakers:
Mr James Wu, Head of Sustainability Promotion Department; Head of Corporate Communication, Hon Hai Precision Ind. Co Ltd, Taipei
Mr Michael Wen, Executive Vice President, Head of Corporate Finance Products, Cathay United Bank, Taipei
Mr Sandeep Kumar Sharma, Head of Business Development – Renewable Energy CLP Holdings Ltd, Hong
Kong
 

Deep dive into Taiwan’s corporate governance priorities, including progress on capital market reforms, board refreshment, and strategies to enhance international competitiveness.

Moderator:TBC

Speakers:
Mr Alex Lee, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Quantum International Corp, Taipei
Ms Yu-Ting Fu, APAC Corporate Governance Analyst, Columbia Threadneedle Investments, London

Focused discussion covering ongoing SEBI-driven reforms, governance in family-promoter companies, remuneration proposals, engagement with directors and sustainability practices.  

Moderator: TBC

Speakers: TBC

Regional overview covering key ASEAN jurisdictions, with emphasis on regulatory harmonisation, strengthening board independence, Value-up initiatives and improving the quality of sustainability disclosures. 
 

Moderator:TBC

Speakers:
Mr Zulhelmi bin Abd Latib, Head Investment Stewardship Section, Strategic Investment Department, Employees Provident Fund (EPF), Shah Alam
Others(TBC)

This session brings together leading investors, companies, and regulators to examine how stewardship and active ownership are shaping governance improvements across Asia. The session will highlight effective strategies for improving board effectiveness, capital allocation, family and group oversight, and credible transition plans, while candidly addressing remaining gaps. Discussion will focus on practical approaches that work in the region’s diverse markets and what more investors, companies, and regulators must do to raise standards and deliver sustainable long-term value.

Moderator:
Ms Pru Benett, ACGA Council Member; Partner,  Brunswick Group Limited, Sydney

Speakers:
Ms Hui Chen (Aven) Li, Division Director (Domestic Investment Division), Bureau of Labor Funds, Taipei
Mr Ian Davey, Lead Portfolio Manager, Norges Bank Investment Management (NBIM), London