TWSE, KPMG Host Singapore Event to Attract Southeast Asian IPOs

SINGAPOREandTAIPEI,July 14, 2025/PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) partnered with KPMG Taiwan for a networking event inSingaporeto attract Southeast Asian firms to its capital market, drawing over 60 representatives from high-growth companies and venture capital firms eyeing initial public offerings (IPOs).

"Singapore'sdynamic economy and forward-looking policies create a vibrant hub for innovation, and we see immense potential for collaboration withTaiwan'scapital market to drive regional growth and empower Southeast Asian enterprises,"said Mr.Wu Wen-Chung, Head of the Economic Division at theTaipeiRepresentative Office inSingapore, at the opening of the"Taiwan Capital Market and Innovation Networking Event"onJuly 9.

"Our goal is to deepen ties withSoutheast Asia'sinnovation ecosystem, encouraging leading firms to list inTaiwanwhile supporting Taiwanese companies'global expansion,"said Ms.Tu Hui-Chuan, Senior Executive Vice President of the TWSE. She highlightedTaiwan'sambition to become a regional hub for innovators, noting the capital market's strong performance in 2024, with 36 new listings marking a 12-year high and IPO fundraising reaching a record$1.35 billion. Among the 31 IPO applications, over 40% came from emerging sectors, and the upgraded Innovation Board 2.0 was spotlighted as a key draw for innovative firms.

The event highlighted TWSE's market strengths, including streamlined listing processes and investor-friendly regulations. It showcased howTaiwan'sfinancial market supports diverse industries, from technology to advanced manufacturing, encouraging Southeast Asian firms to considerTaiwanfor IPOs and fostering cross-border business collaborations.

During theJuly 8-11visit, one of several overseas trips in 2025 to promoteTaiwan'scapital market, TWSE met withSingapore-based innovative firms, including startups in fintech and green technology, to discuss listing opportunities and market entry strategies. These engagements aim to capitalize onSoutheast Asia'sburgeoning startup ecosystem.

The initiative, part of TWSE's"Southeast Asia Innovation Capital Platform,"leverages KPMG's regional expertise to strengthen ties withSoutheast Asia'sstartup ecosystem. TWSE aims to transform its Innovation Board into the"NASDAQ ofAsia"by offering flexible listing criteria tailored for high-growth tech firms. The platform also seeks to positionTaiwanas a leading asset management hub inAsia, capitalizing on the region's digital economy, driven by e-commerce, fintech, and logistics.

Looking ahead, TWSE plans to sustain its outreach through the platform, using KPMG's local networks to deepen engagement withSoutheast Asia'sinnovation ecosystem. With the region's startup scene poised for steady growth, TWSE's efforts signal a strategic push to connect regional innovators with global capital, building onTaiwan'sreputation for accessible capital markets and a supportive environment for tech-driven firms.

About TWSE

The Taiwan Stock Exchange (the"TWSE") started operations onFebruary 9, 1962. The TWSE is responsible for operating and advancing theTaiwansecurities market. The TWSE's primary business operations include listing, trading, settlement, and surveillance. These comprise listing promotion and review, post-listing supervision and corporate governance, maintaining market trading and order, securities firms'services, investor protection, clearing and settlement operations, safeguarding against market defaults and the monitoring of illegal transactions. The Exchange provides comprehensive services to the securities market.

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