2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report - Message from the Chairman

Oct 3, 2026

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2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report presents how the chairman frames sustainability achievements and capital-market progress during the coronavirus pandemic. It links strong Taiwanese COVID-19 response to economic growth and market performance, then describes FSC and TWSE policies such as Capital Market Roadmap, Corporate Governance 3.0, Green Finance Action Plan 2.0, Fintech Development Roadmap, and the Financial Cyber Security Action Plan. Subsequent sections outline continuous trading, intraday odd lot trading, enhanced supervision via SupTech, information security upgrades, and future funding mechanisms supporting innovation, liquidity, and sustainable governance.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages105

Reading Time4 h 25 min

AccessFree to download

Message from the Chairman

Sustainability Roadmap Leads to New Milestones in the Capital Market

New Chapter in Sustainability Fosters Steady Growth in Capital Market

Implementation of continuous trading and intraday odd lot trading

Enhance monitoring of listed companies and strengthen information security

Comprehensive Sustainability Policy Stimulates Capital Market Funding

Sound listing mechanisms to support innovative businesses

Convenient trading mechanism to unleash market potential

Strengthen corporate governances and deepen sustainable development

Corporate Social Responsibility Report Contents Message from the Chairman 2 About the Taiwan Stock Exchange 4 Milestones of Sustainable Development 6 Analysis of Material Topics and Stakeholder Engagement 8 01 02 03 The Way to Sustainability 1.1 Response to international sustainable initiatives 1.2 Promote capital market sustainability The Right Approach to Finance 2.1 Reﬁne the capital market 2.2 Ensure information security 2.3 Develop diverse products 2.4 Innovative trading mechanisms 2.5 Promote international cooperation 2.6 Popularization of ﬁnancial knowledge Successful Governance 3.1 Optimization of business performance 3.2 Advance governance quality 3.3 Implementation of integrity governance 3.4 Strictly abiding by laws and regulations 3.5 Comprehensive risk management 3.6 Augment service quality 15 16 20 32 33 41 44 46 47 51 58 59 60 62 65 66 69 04 05 Valuing Employees 4.1 Comprehensive employee care 4.2 Enhance talent development 4.3 Create a safe workplace 4.4 Friendly work environment Embracing Society 5.1 Spreading benevolence and care 5.2 Increase environmentally friendly efforts About This Report Appendix 1: GRI content index Appendix 2: Summary of subject matters assured Appendix 3: Independent limited assurance report 70 72 75 77 82 84 85 90 95 96 101 102 2020 Corporate Social Responsibility Report Message from the Chairman Sustainability Roadmap Leads to New Milestones in the Capital Market The global economy was severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic in 2020. Taiwan was no exception to this, but fared better than others due to Taiwan's quick response to COVID-19 prevention. This led to overall economic growth of 3.11% and boosted the Taiwan Capitalization Weighted Stock Index ("TAIEX") to 14,732 .53 at the close of 2020, up 22. 8% from the end of 2019. The market value of stocks listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange ("TWSE") reached TWD44.9 trillion, and the daily average trading value of securities exceeded TWD200 billion. The exceptional performance by listed companies, growing investment, and top-notch talent all contributed to the sustainable stock market momentum, increased treasury revenue, and shared prosperity for investors and the general public. Tasked with the mission of enhancing a sound capital market, the Financial Supervisory Commission ("FSC"), the TWSE's regulatory authority, announced ﬁve concrete development policies in 2020, including the "Capital Market Roadmap," "Corporate Governance 3.0 – Sustainable Development Roadmap," "Green Finance Action Plan 2.0," "Fintech Development Roadmap," and the "Financial Cyber Security Action Plan. " These policies emphasize innovation and sustainability in their aim to drive the economy forward and cultivate a sound capital market while pursuing new heights. New Chapter in Sustainability Fosters Steady Growth in Capital Market Implementation of continuous trading and intraday odd lot trading In an important milestone for Taiwan's securities market, the TWSE fully launched continuous trading in March 2020 to advance trading in Taiwan's securities, augment efﬁciency, and design tailor-made practices for global positioning. In October, intraday odd lot trading was implemented, allowing young investors to participate in the Taiwan securities market, inject further momentum into the market, and achieve ﬁnancial inclusion for all. Enhance monitoring of listed companies and strengthen information security Taiwan continues to make strides in corporate governance, and was ranked 4th in the Asian Corporate Governance Association's "CG Watch 2020," the highest ranking in recent years, as well as achieving the biggest jump in score. The TWSE has worked tirelessly to deepen corporate governance, enhance supervision, and tighten regulations to advance the quality of professional underwriting and ac

FAQs

How did Taiwan's 2020 COVID-19 response affect the capital market in the report?

The report attributes better-than-expected performance to Taiwan’s quick COVID-19 prevention response, which supported overall economic growth and boosted key stock index and trading momentum.

What are the continuous trading and intraday odd lot trading measures meant to accomplish?

They are described as ways to improve trading efficiency, advance Taiwan’s securities market milestones, and enable greater participation—especially for young investors—to support financial inclusion.

How does the report describe the TWSE strengthening corporate governance and information security?

It highlights deeper supervision and tighter regulations, use of SupTech for monitoring through intermediaries, and expanding/refining systems plus establishing a CSIRT to improve resilience of critical information systems.

Oct 3, 2026

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