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Restoring Growth and Competitiveness Taiwan is at a crossroads. While a number of other emerging economies in Asia are growing rapidly and appear to be benefiting from the influx of capital that has accompanied predictions of an “Asian Century”,Taiwan’s economy is slowing, hampered by the crisis in Europe and the still uncertain economic recovery in the US. Lower exports and the tough operating environment, particularly in the technology sector, whereTaiwan still has some of the world’s largest contract manufacturers, are hitting private investment and business confidence generally. President Ma Ying-jeou’s administration, now in its second term, faces difficult choices as it tries to revive an economy overly exposed to external factors while at the same time addressing the twin challenges of cutting the budget deficit and narrowing the wealth gap. A key factor in any revival will be the already clear improvement in ties with China. The influx of mainland tourists is helping to support domestic demand and the government has begun to relax rules on Chinese investment in technology, infrastructure and manufacturing. A major opportunity may be generated by the further internationalisation of the renminbi. However, increased capital inflows from China are sensitive politically and will not alone bring forth the substantial structural changes that the Taiwan economy may require to compete successfully against other fast-growing Asian nations. A shift in mindset may be necessary, built around a strengthening of Taiwan’s own brands and a new focus on value added and innovation. What can Taiwan do to put its economy and industries back on a sustainable growth path and bring long-term, increased wealth to its people? Can it find a new identity that places it back at the centre of Asia’s success story? How can it find new markets and respond to the growing economic strength of South Korea, bolstered by free trade agreements with the US and most recently the EU? What are the implications of these potential changes for foreign businesses and investors seeking to expand in Taiwan or work more closely with Taiwanese strategic partners? The Financial Times and Standard Chartered Bank, will gather senior policy-makers, business leaders, economists and financiers for a landmark Economic Summit that will discuss in detail the challenges facingTaiwan, and the policy and strategic responses required to revitalise the island and boost its competitiveness in an evolving East-West dynamic. *simultaneous interpretation (English and Mandarin Chinese) is available during the summit |
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David Pilling Asia Editor Financial Times |
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Gideon Rachman Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator Financial Times |
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Peter Sands Group CEO Standard Chartered |
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Thomas Sargent Professor of Economics and Business New York University |
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Who should attend?
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Discounts Available |
Sponsorship Opportunities Nick West/ Esme Choi |