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04/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/27/2026 03:42
Baker McKenzie and Monte Jade Co host 2026 Taiwan Outbound Investment Forum
Baker McKenzie Taipei and the Monte Jade Science and Technology Association of Taiwan, with support from the Southeast Asia Impact Alliance, jointly hosted the "2026 Taiwan Outbound Investment Forum for Multinational Enterprises" in Taipei. The forum brought together leading legal, industry and government representatives from Taiwan to discuss overseas investment strategies in the context of evolving global trade, regulatory and supply chain dynamics.
The forum focused on five key markets - Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand - and examined how Taiwanese enterprises can navigate legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations when expanding internationally. More than 15 speakers from Baker McKenzie's offices across Asia Pacific, alongside industry leaders and public sector representatives, shared practical insights on cross border M&A, supply chain diversification, digital infrastructure, and energy transition.
In her opening remarks, Grace Shao, Managing Partner of Baker McKenzie Taipei highlighted the growing importance of resilience, compliance, and long term strategic planning in overseas investments. She said: "Outbound investment into - and M&A activity across - Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia are key areas of focus for Taiwanese enterprises. This forum was specifically designed to provide Taiwanese companies with a fresh, practical lens on global investment opportunities, as they expand their global footprint."
H. Tung, Chairman of Taiwan Monte Jade Association added, "As global geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve, companies are shifting their overseas investment strategies from a primary focus on efficiency to a greater emphasis on resilience and risk management. Despite policy and supply chain challenges, Taiwan continues to offer strong opportunities underpinned by its technology strengths and global experience, however rising energy demand driven by AI-development and climate related risks highlight the growing importance of energy stability and structural resilience for long term competitiveness."
Keynote sessions explored how companies are reassessing global value chains, adopting more regionally focused investment strategies, and strengthening governance frameworks to support sustainable growth in an evolving geopolitical environment.
The first keynote was delivered by Tracy Wut, APAC Chair of Transactional Practice at Baker McKenzie Hong Kong, who commented: "We are seeing corporate leaders move from reactive responses to proactive, strategic positioning. By pursuing forward looking investments, M&A and local partnerships, organizations are enhancing operational resilience and long term enterprise value, making this a core strategy to sustainable growth and manage risk effectively."
Panel discussions provided market specific perspectives, including data centres and digital investment opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia, inbound M&A in Japan supported by corporate succession and governance reforms, and energy transition initiatives in Vietnam and Thailand.
The forum focused on five key markets - Malaysia, Indonesia, Japan, Vietnam, and Thailand - and examined how Taiwanese enterprises can navigate legal, regulatory, and commercial considerations when expanding internationally. More than 15 speakers from Baker McKenzie's offices across Asia Pacific, alongside industry leaders and public sector representatives, shared practical insights on cross border M&A, supply chain diversification, digital infrastructure, and energy transition.
In her opening remarks, Grace Shao, Managing Partner of Baker McKenzie Taipei highlighted the growing importance of resilience, compliance, and long term strategic planning in overseas investments. She said: "Outbound investment into - and M&A activity across - Japan, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia are key areas of focus for Taiwanese enterprises. This forum was specifically designed to provide Taiwanese companies with a fresh, practical lens on global investment opportunities, as they expand their global footprint."
H. Tung, Chairman of Taiwan Monte Jade Association added, "As global geopolitical dynamics continue to evolve, companies are shifting their overseas investment strategies from a primary focus on efficiency to a greater emphasis on resilience and risk management. Despite policy and supply chain challenges, Taiwan continues to offer strong opportunities underpinned by its technology strengths and global experience, however rising energy demand driven by AI-development and climate related risks highlight the growing importance of energy stability and structural resilience for long term competitiveness."
Keynote sessions explored how companies are reassessing global value chains, adopting more regionally focused investment strategies, and strengthening governance frameworks to support sustainable growth in an evolving geopolitical environment.
The first keynote was delivered by Tracy Wut, APAC Chair of Transactional Practice at Baker McKenzie Hong Kong, who commented: "We are seeing corporate leaders move from reactive responses to proactive, strategic positioning. By pursuing forward looking investments, M&A and local partnerships, organizations are enhancing operational resilience and long term enterprise value, making this a core strategy to sustainable growth and manage risk effectively."
Panel discussions provided market specific perspectives, including data centres and digital investment opportunities in Malaysia and Indonesia, inbound M&A in Japan supported by corporate succession and governance reforms, and energy transition initiatives in Vietnam and Thailand.
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