2021/05/07 14:38
Taiwan's economy did surprisingly well in 2020, and so did its wealthiest citizens, says Forbes
Taiwan's economy did surprisingly well in 2020, and so did its wealthiest citizens, says Forbes
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TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — According to the latest list published by Forbes Magazine, a little-known shoemaker, Zhang Congyuan (張聰淵), is Taiwan’s wealthiest individual with a fortune estimated at US$13.8 billion (NT$385 billion).
Zhang, 73, and his family run the Huali Industrial Group, which makes shoes for global brands such as Nike, Puma, Vans and UGG. His rise to the top of the list was linked to the company’s listing on the stock exchange in Shenzhen, China, Forbes reported.