D-Link Corporation (TWSE code: 2332), a global leader in networking solutions, has achieved a significant milestone by ranking in the top 5% of listed companies in the “10th Corporate Governance Evaluation” organized by the Taiwan Stock Exchange. With an impressive score of 106, D-Link emerges as a shining star in the telecommunications industry, showcasing its commitment to exemplary corporate governance and sustainable business practices.
This year’s evaluation encompassed 952 listed companies and 754 over-the-counter companies, totaling 1,706 participants. Notably, among the top 5% of listed companies, 14 are newcomers, with D-Link standing out as the only entrant from the telecommunications sector, highlighting its outstanding performance in corporate governance.
Mr. CJ Chang, CEO of D-Link, emphasized the pivotal role of strengthened corporate governance in achieving sustainable growth. In pursuit of this goal, D-Link initiated a project in 2022, completing external performance assessments of the board of directors. Furthermore, during the re-election of the 13th board of directors in 2023, D-Link appointed a female director, demonstrating its commitment to gender equality and diversity policies, with a target of achieving a one-third female membership in the next board. In recent years, D-Link has actively adopted the Taiwan Intellectual Property Management Standards (TIPS), aligning intellectual property management plans with operational objectives to enhance the brand’s competitiveness in the global market.
Built upon the foundation of “Corporate Governance 3.0 – Sustainable Development Blueprint”, D-Link is deeply committed to sustainable development through a global presence and localized practices. The company’s Corporate Sustainability Development Committee serves as the highest governing body for ESG-related matters, regularly reporting to the board of directors and overseeing the establishment, implementation, and review of ESG strategies. Additionally, D-Link introduced a “Board Manual” starting from the 13th board of directors in 2023, providing comprehensive insights into the company’s operations, industry dynamics, legal regulations, and director rights and obligations, enabling directors to fully understand the company’s performance and integrating ESG-related information and trends for their reference.
Since 2023, D-Link has actively participated in sustainability-related awards and has been recognized with numerous accolades, including being listed in the top 100 of Business Weekly’s “Carbon Competitiveness 100”, selected as one of Taiwan’s “Top 100 Sustainable Exemplary Enterprises”, and receiving the highest level of platinum recognition in the “Sustainability Reporting Awards”. Mr. Chang believes that these honors not only underscore D-Link’s leadership position in corporate sustainable development but also showcase the company’s exceptional capabilities in the global smart networking equipment and solutions domain.
Looking ahead, D-Link remains committed to delivering greater value for customers, shareholders, and society through cutting-edge technology and outstanding corporate governance, as it continues to pursue the vision of a smarter, connected world.