Cathay keeps building a better sustainability roadmap for the future.
Cathay continues to deepen sustainability, aligning with the
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and
international sustainability frameworks. Bringing our core
competencies into environment, society, and corporate
governance, in order to create the greatest impact and
advance toward our vision of becoming a
“leading financial institution in the Asia-Pacific region.”
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and
international sustainability frameworks. Bringing our core
competencies into environment, society, and corporate
governance, in order to create the greatest impact and
advance toward our vision of becoming a
“leading financial institution in the Asia-Pacific region.”
Sustainability
Commitment
Commitment
Maintained position as a constituent of the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index for eight consecutive years and of the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Emerging Markets Index for eleven years.
Sustainable Finance
Cathay incorporates sustainability into core competencies in accordance with the international sustainability framework, bringing virtuous cycles in the society and also improving the companies’ long-term value, being a leader in sustainable finance in Taiwan.
Sustainable Operations
Cathay FHC upholds the core values of "Integrity, Accountability, and Innovation" and our business philosophy is to be customer-centric. We use the spirit of "What if We Could" to develop innovative products and services."
Three Focus Areas of Sustainable Development
Cathay has consolidated Group consensus through its sustainability strategy blueprint, establishing three sustainability pillars: Climate, Health, and Empowerment. Building on the diverse financial capabilities of its subsidiaries, Cathay sets short-, medium-, and long-term goals and implements key action plans to amplify its sustainability impact and create long-term value for stakeholders.
Climate
Integrate climate change and ESG-related risks and opportunities into our core business—including investments, lending, products, insurance, and services—while driving positive environmental impact through advocacy and stakeholder engagement. At the same time, Cathay FHC embed green business practices into daily operations, actively promoting low-carbon and eco-friendly services.
Health
Increase citizens' awareness of the importance of physical and mental health and focus on exante prevention and coverage with insurance products and services.Help different groups engage in financial actions to create financial independence.
Empowerment
Prioritizing employee experience and engagement, we are committed to supporting professional development through reskilling and upskilling initiatives, while also fostering a inclusive workplace that promotes work-life balance. Cathay also cultivates children’s and young people’s capabilities and mindsets for innovation and embracing challenges, while supporting them in taking action to address social and environmental issues.