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Sustainable Payments Are Rewriting ESG Reporting: When Consumer Behavior Becomes the Next Step in Carbon Disclosure
In the past, ESG management mainly focused on corporate governance structures, carbon emission control, and supply chain disclosure. However, as the concept of sustainable development continues to deepen, global policies and investment institutions have begun expanding ESG applications to the consumer level. In recent years, the European Union has emphasized a policy framework for “Sustainable Consumption and Production,” guiding companies to integrate environmental impact assessments into every stage—from design, production, and packaging to sales and payment.
When Taiwan Is at Risk, the World Feels It: How Japan’s “Taiwan Contingency” Framing Reshapes Taiwan’s Role in the Global Economic Order
In 2025, debates in Japan over defense and economic security have intensified once again. The long-circulated view within policy circles that “a Taiwan contingency is a Japan contingency” has taken on new strategic significance amid the formation of a new
Our President and Director returned to Soochow University to share their startup journey and insights on the future of accounting
Today (November 24, 2025), the President and Director of Hall Chadwick Taiwan were invited to their alma mater, Soochow University, to share with accounting students the firm’s founding journey and professional experiences.
How Do Investors Evaluate Corporate Carbon Strategies? The Critical Impact of Disclosure Quality, Valuation Models, and Discount Rates
Driven by the rise of climate change awareness and sustainable finance, carbon emissions are no longer viewed merely as an environmental issue but as a critical indicator of corporate financial risk. According to a 2024 Bloomberg report, more than 230 financial institutions worldwide—managing a combined total of USD 40 trillion in assets—have publicly committed to supporting climate-related disclosures and incorporating them into their investment decision-making processes.
Beyond the System: When Employees Become More Global Than Companies
Remote collaboration has blurred the geographical boundaries of work. Some handle accounting for Tokyo-based firms from their homes in Taipei; others design for European brands while living in Okinawa. Cross-time-zone meetings and cloud-based deliveries h
Relax, Recharge, and Reconnect — Hall Chadwick Taiwan 2025 Busan & Gyeongju Company Trip
To thank our teammates for their hard work over the past year and to give everyone a well-deserved break, Hall Chadwick Taiwan organized a company trip in October 2025 to the scenic and culture-filled city of Busan, South Korea. From the moment we set off
From the Waves of California to the Dawn of Arizona — A New Era for Chinese Cuisine in America
Some stories begin with a taste. The saltiness of a bowl of soup, the aroma of a cup of tea — they carry the memories of a people. As more Asia-Pacific enterprises set their sights on the United States, it is not merely for market expansion, but to share the familiar taste of home with the other side of the world.
How Do Fast Fashion’s ESG Accounts Add Up? The Financial and Carbon Logic Behind Double 11 Shopping Festival
According to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the fashion industry accounts for about 10% of global carbon emissions, and 20% of industrial wastewater comes from textile production. The short-term sales push driven by fast fashion marketing encourages a “produce in bulk, then discount aggressively” cycle, creating severe inventory pressure and high disposal rates. This not only undermines financial soundness but also heightens corporate risks in ESG ratings, particularly in “resource efficiency” and “waste management.
When AI Writes Reports: New Ethics and Risks in Corporate Governance
In many companies, AI has evolved from a supporting tool into a capable colleague that drafts meeting minutes, summarizes financial reports, and prepares sustainability disclosures.
Unveiling Taiwan’s CBAM: Carbon Fees Begin in 2026 — These Industries Must File First!
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) was first introduced by the European Union in 2021 to impose carbon tariffs on high-emission imports, aiming to prevent carbon leakage and safeguard fair competition for domestic industries. While Taiwan’s version of CBAM has yet to be officially named, joint announcements and policy planning by the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Environment, and other agencies in 2024 have outlined its framework. It is now taking shape as a key carbon-cost mechanism scheduled to roll out between 2026 and 2027.
From Workplace Trust to Institutional Trust — The Subtle Logic of Japanese Management Culture
In Japanese corporate management, trust has long been regarded as the cornerstone of organizational stability. It exists within interpersonal relationships and a sense of collective responsibility, functioning as an informal yet effective management mecha
Taiwanese Businesses Investing in the U.S.: How to Effectively Reduce the 30% Dividend Withholding Tax
For many Taiwanese enterprises, the 30% U.S. withholding tax on outbound dividends often becomes a hidden burden on overseas investment returns. However, with the right corporate structure and proper application of tax treaties, this 30% rate is not necessarily immutable.