ING awarded Taiwan International Trade Finance Bank of the Year for third consecutive year

Taipei, Taiwan, 6 July 2026 – ING Taiwan has been named Taiwan International Trade Finance Bank of the Year at the 2026 Asian Banking & Finance Wholesale Banking Awards, marking its third consecutive win and reinforcing its position as a leading trade finance provider in the market.

Organised annually, the Asian Banking & Finance Awards recognise financial institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance, innovation, and client impact across Asia.

This latest recognition underscores ING Taiwan’s continued role in supporting Taiwanese corporates as they navigate increasingly complex global trade flows, particularly amid supply chain shifts and the growth of AI-driven industries.

Marking 35 years of ING in Taiwan

The award comes as ING marks 35 years in Taiwan, reflecting its long-standing commitment to supporting the market’s trade and export ecosystem.

ING’s presence dates back to the late 1980s, when NMB Taipei established a representative office, later transitioning into a full banking branch in 1991. This laid the foundation for today’s ING Taiwan franchise, which has developed alongside Taiwan’s growth as a global trade and technology hub.

Driving global trade through deep expertise and working capital solutions

With more than three decades in the market, ING Taiwan has established itself as Taiwan’s top foreign bank in receivables finance trade assets, supporting exporters with scalable and structured working capital solutions.

In 2025, ING facilitated approximately USD 10 billion in receivables financing, positioning itself as a leading player among foreign and domestic banks.

This position is supported by disciplined credit practices, short-tenor trade exposures, and strong buyer-risk analytics, enabling clients to optimise liquidity and manage risk across evolving trade corridors.

Advancing sustainable and ESG-linked trade finance

As one of the world’s leading sustainable finance banks, ING is actively integrating ESG considerations into trade finance structures.

In Taiwan, this includes embedding sustainability-linked features into working capital programmes, enabling corporates to align with global standards while maintaining access to liquidity across their supply chains.

Strengthening global connectivity and supporting cross-border expansion

Leveraging its global network, ING Taiwan connects corporates to key trade corridors and supports international expansion.

This includes structuring complex, cross-border financing solutions and supporting strategic investments—such as a EUR 1 billion bank guarantee facility backing the development of a semiconductor ecosystem in Europe.

These capabilities enable clients to diversify risk, strengthen supply chain resilience, and operate across multiple jurisdictions.

Sophia Chang, country manager for ING Taiwan, said: “We are honoured to receive this award for the third consecutive year, especially as we mark 35 years of ING in Taiwan. This recognition reflects the strength of our platform and our ability to support Taiwanese corporates with consistent, scalable trade finance solutions. We remain focused on helping our clients navigate global complexity, strengthen their supply chains, and capture opportunities in a rapidly evolving trade environment.”

ING’s win in Taiwan forms part of a broader regional recognition at this year’s awards, underscoring the strength of its APAC franchise. dING Korea was named South Korea International Trade Finance Bank of the Year for the fourth consecutive year, recognising its consistent delivery of cross-border working capital solutions for Korean corporates. Meanwhile, ING Philippines was awarded Philippines International Green Financing Bank of the Year, acknowledging its leadership in sustainable finance.