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FENC has supported the development of domestic culture
FENC firmly believes that cultural literacy is a vital foundation and driving force for national development. Through its foundation and subsidiaries, FENC supports non-governmental organizations, arts and cultural events, and local film and animation projects. Total sponsorship exceeded NTD 50 million, demonstrating FENC’s commitment to strengthening Taiwan’s cultural vitality. The key areas of support and outcomes are summarized as follows:
Sponsoring various art and cultural activities through the Far Eastern Memorial Foundation
Through “The Far Eastern Memorial Foundation,” nearly NTD 5 million was invested in 2025 to support various art and cultural activities. Key sponsorships are outlined below:
Sponsored Organization / Activity | Sponsorship Amount (NTD million) | Activity Description |
Asian Cultural Council | 2.3 | Supported outstanding Asian artists through research grants, and sponsored the recipient of the “ACC Taiwan Fellowship – Far Eastern Art Creation Award” to conduct an arts study tour in New York. The program deepened exposure to local art and music culture, participation in professional workshops, and engagement with the international arts community. |
Ming Hwa Yuan Arts and Culture Group | 1.0 | Sponsored Taiwanese opera productions that combine traditional opera with modern stage technology to revitalize the art form. In 2025, sponsorship supported two major productions—Reincarnated as Emperor Jiaqing: Discovering That My Ancestor Was a Scammer!? and The Legend of Jiepai Pass—for a nationwide tour from September to November, promoting cultural heritage and innovation. |
China Foundation for the Promotion of Education and Culture | 1.0 | Sponsored the production of educational animated series, including “Idiom Missions,” “Top 100 Historical Figures,” and “Classical Poetry & Literature.” These materials were provided free of charge to schools across Taiwan as supplementary teaching resources, helping enhance students’ interest in language, history, and cultural learning. |
Historical Site Tours | 0.6 | Organized heritage site tours from September 24 to 27, guided by experts and scholars to cultural landmarks such as Tamsui Yinshan Temple, Longshan Temple, Tamsui Chapel, Oxford College, and Fort San Domingo. The event attracted nearly 400 participants and enhanced public awareness of cultural heritage preservation. |
Promoting music culture through subsidiaries
In 2025, through its subsidiaries “Far EasTone Telecommunications” actively supported domestic concerts, musicals, and themed exhibitions, investing NTD 49.9 million throughout the year. This included hosting or co-hosting major events such as “2025 William So Concert,” “2025 Sam Lee One Day World Tour – Taipei,” “2025 Asia Artist Awards in Taiwan,” as well as the original musical “September Dreams” jointly created by renowned playwright Chien Li-Ying and a local musical theater workshop. Additionally, the company collaborated across industries with the recording sector, demonstrating its strong commitment to promoting Taiwan’s cultural and creative industries.
