ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd

Public Advocacy and Management Framework

The ASEH Public Affairs Engagement policy acts as a guideline for the company's participation in society and the community. Dtuang Wang, Chief Administration Officer (CAO) of ASEH, leads the Social Involvement Task Force (reporting directly to the CEO), and is responsible for executing the company's public affair strategies and plans.The CAO provides a status report to the Corporate Sustainability Committee (CSC) annually. The CSC is the highest level of management responsible for the strategy and supervision of the company's sustainability development, and is comprised of board directors and the head of corporate governance. The CSC oversees the progress and execution of public affair plans, budget, results, ascertains the level of participation in lobbying and public advocacy, and provides regular reports to the board of directors. In 2023, ASEH was active in over 140 external organizations. We contributed US$0.9 million in public advocacy, including US$0.79 million for policy influence and US$0.11 million for sponsoring media to conduct sustainability-related education and promotional activities. Through these efforts, allowing ASEH to share our value system with industry peers and supply chain partners, and extend a broader social impact. [...] Lobbying and Participation in Trade Associations on Climate Alignment

We have established a management system that covers the global sites of ASEH and the three major subsidiaries to ensure that our lobbying activities and participation in trade associations comply with our corporate policies on sustainability and climate change, and aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement. For more detailed info, please download our Management System for Climate Lobbying and Trade Associations.

# Management System for Climate Lobbying Activities and Trade Associations

We have established a management system that covers the global sites of ASEH and the three major subsidiaries to ensure that our lobbying activities and participation in trade associations comply with our corporate policies on sustainability and climate change, and aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

**Direct Lobbying**
ASEH is fully committed to support government policies that align with the Paris Agreement. With regard to political donations, ASEH is obligated to comply with Article 7 of the Taiwan Political Donations Act that prohibits donations from companies where more than 30% of the shares are held by foreign citizens or corporations. As foreign citizens and corporations hold more than 30% of ASEH shares, our engagement with the government is mainly conducted through participation in trade associations where we advocate for policies and provide recommendations.

We comply strictly with local lobbying regulations when initiating lobbying campaigns. ASEH management procedures for lobbying are as follows:
1. The purpose must align with ASEH's policies on sustainability and climate change, and the Paris Agreement.
2. The lobbying campaign must first be evaluated by the Social Involvement Task Force and submitted to the ASEH Corporate Sustainability Committee for final approval.
3. The Social Involvement Task Force is responsible for tracking progress, and updating the progress and outcome to the CSC.
(1) If the regulations, policies, and bills meet the goals of the lobbying objectives, the campaign shall

be continued.
(2) If the regulations, policies, and bills partially deviate from the lobbying objectives, a negotiation

process shall commence to steer the campaign back on track.
(3) If the regulations, policies, and bills completely deviate from the lobbying objectives, the

campaign shall be cancelled.
4. The CSC is obligated to report the status regularly to the board of directors.

**Trade Associations**
ASEH plays an active role in climate organizations and associations. We also take up leadership and consultative roles in various committees within the associations. ASEH's management procedures for trade association and engagement are as follows:

1. Evaluating trade associations that are irrelevant to mitigating climate change:
(1) Assessing global trade association performance through membership.
(2) Identifying organizations with missions closely associated to climate change mitigation and/or the

Paris Agreement, or actively advocating, promoting awareness, campaigning, or lobbying on climate related issues.

2. Evaluating and monitoring our engagement with, and activities of trade associations to ensure compliance with climate change mitigation and the Paris Agreement.
(1) Annual assessment of participating climate-focused trade associations.
(2) Evaluating the public stance of trade associations in supporting the Paris Agreement including

below 2℃ or 1.5℃, Net Zero 2050, energy-saving and carbon reduction.

(3) Evaluating the activities and actions of the trade associations, to ensure that public statements,

promotional activities, educational training, initiatives, and policy proposals, support and comply with the Paris Agreement.
(4) Classifying associations into those who comply with the Paris Agreement and those who do not.

We would continue to engage with the former while taking other measures for the latter.

3. For trade associations that fall short of ASEH's expectations,
(1) We would engage in discussions to seek alignment within 2 years, and would cancel our

membership if alignment fails.
(2) We would cancel our membership with associations that do not align with our climate policies

and goals.

**2023 Evaluation Results**

**Direct Lobbying**
ASEH did not conduct any direct lobbying in 2023.

**Trade Associations**
In 2023, ASEH recorded participation in 140 trade associations covering a wide scope including climate change, technology and R&D, labor rights, supply chain, industry development, commercial operation and investment, auditing, legal, environmental protection, sustainable development, and human rights. Among the 140 associations, 15.7% or 22 are focused on climate change, and are closely assessed by ASEH through our Trade Association Management Framework.

**Number of Trade Associations in Full Alignment with ASEH Goals: 22**

|1|Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers|Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, proposes climate solutions, and organizes conferences on climate change response.|
|---|---|---|
|2|Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International|Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, established the Semiconductor Climate Consortium (SCC), and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy.|
|3|Shanghai Foreign Investment Association|Recognizes climate risks, established the Green, Low- Carbon Development Branch, and holds energy conservation and carbon reduction conferences and activities.|
|4|Chinese National Association of Industry and Commerce|Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy.|
|5|The Third Wednesday Club|Hosts lectures and speeches related to Taiwan's net-zero policies, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|6|Taiwan Semiconductor Industry Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|7|Taiwan Net Zero Emissions Association|Recognizes climate risks, pledged to help Taiwan achieve net zero, and promote the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy.|
|8|Taiwan Alliance for Sustainable Supply|Recognizes climate risks, supports the development of a sustainable supply chain, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|

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Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals,

CommonWealth Sustainability promotes corporate sustainability development, and
22
League conducts initiatives and promotes the Pathway to Net

Zero through conferences.

**Number of trade associations that are partially misaligned with ASEH goals: 0**

Name Remarks on Assessment
None None

**Number of trade associations that are completely misaligned with ASEH goals: 0**

Name Remarks on Assessment
None None

|9|Taiwan Institute for Sustainable Energy|Recognizes climate risks, supports the Paris Agreement, established the Taiwan Alliance for Net Zero Emissions, and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences and public advocacy.|
|---|---|---|
|10|Net Zero Carbon Association|Pledged to help Taiwan achieve net zero, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|11|Taiwan Carbon Capture Storage and Utilization Association|Recognizes climate risks, and promotes and holds carbon reduction-related projects and conferences.|
|12|Taiwan Thermal Management Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and organizes energy conservation and carbon reduction- related conferences and activities.|
|13|Taiwan Advanced Automotive Technology Development Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with four major associations to enable cross-domain applications of new energy in order to meet ESG carbon reduction trends, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|14|Taiwan Telematics Industry Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|15|Taiwan Electrical and Electronic Manufacturers' Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, provides recommendations for government policies on net zero and energy, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|16|Taiwan Transportation Vehicle Manufacturers Association|Recognizes climate risks, releases publications, and hosts conferences to discuss net zero emissions issues.|
|17|Taiwan Printed Circuit Association|Supports net zero goals, issues low carbon declarations, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|18|Taiwan Panel & Solution Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|19|Taipei Computer Association|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and holds conferences to promote the Pathway to Net Zero.|
|20|Intelligent Transportation Society of Taiwan|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and organizes low carbon transportation-related conferences and events.|
|21|The Business Council for Sustainable Development|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, and conducts initiatives and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences.|
|22|CommonWealth Sustainability League|Recognizes climate risks, supports net zero goals, promotes corporate sustainability development, and conducts initiatives and promotes the Pathway to Net Zero through conferences.|

|Col1|Name|Remarks on Assessment|
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||None|None|

|Col1|Name|Remarks on Assessment|
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||None|None|

Internal Review and Approval The disclosed information and data in this report were initially verified by the relevant managers of the data/information providers. The initial draft was compiled by the Corporate CSR Division. After being reviewed by the Corporate Finance and Regulatory Compliance Departments, the final report was approved and authorized for issue by the Chairman of Corporate Sustainability Committee. [...] Board Participation in Sustainability Governance ASEH Board of Directors has direct oversight and management of the company's ESG performance, and the authority to make decisions. In 2022, the Board passed the following resolutions – a) donating NT$100 million to environmental causes in Taiwan4, b) published the TCFD Report (approved at the Shareholders' Meeting), c) established the ASE Social Enterprise Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of ASEH, to maximize corporate synergy in sustainable and innovative business initiatives, and d) approved amendments to multiple policy documents pertaining to sustainable development, corporate governance and risk management. The Corporate Governance Officer is responsible for consolidating and reporting to the Board on company-wide developments covering - GHG inventory, social enterprise, sustainable development, stakeholder engagement, regulatory compliance, ethics, risk management, information security, and intellectual property management. Five out of the six committee members of the company's CSC are ASEH Board members (including the Chairman of the Board) and one is a subsidiary Board member. The committee presides over annual CSC meetings and oversees the risks and opportunities, development roadmaps, and outcomes of the company's ESG performance."
"###### Lobbying and Participation in Trade Associations on Climate Alignment

Addressing climate change is a top priority for ASEH. To that end, we have formulated the Corporate Sustainability and Citizenship Policy1, to help the company meet its climate goals, improve and protect the environment. We will adopt climate mitigation and adaptation strategies, expand the reuse of resources and reduce GHGs emissions, wastewater, waste, and the use of chemicals. We have established clear Net Zero targets and pathways in alignment with the Paris Agreement. In 2021, our targets of well below 2℃ for scope 1 and 2, and below 2℃ for scope 3 by 2030, were submitted and validated by SBTi. Our next plan is to meet the 1.5℃ target and achieve SBTi's recommendation of Net Zero 2050.

Internally, the company has established a robust action plan towards Net Zero which is further augmented by active involvement in external organizations or associations on climate change. We are also heavily involved in public advocacy to help policy makers understand our industry and to make recommendations in support of Taiwan's pathway to Net Zero.

[1 ASEH Corporate Sustainability and Citizenship Policy (https://www.aseglobal.](https://www.aseglobal.com/en/pdf/2022_aseth_corporatesustainabilityandcitizenshippolicy.pdf)

**Management System for Climate Lobbying Activities and Trade Associations**

We have established a management system that covers the global sites of ASEH and the three major subsidiaries to ensure that our lobbying activities and participation in trade associations comply with our corporate policies on sustainability and climate change, and aligned with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

**Direct Lobbying**

ASEH is fully committed to support government policies that align with the Paris Agreement. With regard to political donations, ASEH is obligated to comply with Article 7 of the Taiwan Political Donations Act that prohibits donations from companies where more than 30% of the shares are held by foreign citizens or corporations. As foreign citizens and corporations hold more than 30% of ASEH shares, our engagement with the government is mainly conducted through participation in trade associations where we advocate for policies and provide recommendations.

We comply strictly with local lobbying regulations when initiating lobbying campaigns. ASEH management procedures for lobbying are as follows:

1. The purpose must align with ASEH's policies on sustainability and climate change, and the Paris Agreement.
2. The lobbying campaign must first be evaluated by the Social Involvement Task Force and submitted to the ASEH Corporate Sustainability Committee for final approval.
3. The Social Involvement Task Force is responsible for tracking progress, and updating the progress and outcome to the CSC.
(1) If the regulations, policies, and bills meet the goals of the lobbying objectives, the campaign shall be continued.
(2) If the regulations, policies, and bills partially deviate from the lobbying objectives, a negotiation process shall commence to steer the campaign back on track.
(3) If the regulations, policies, and bills completely deviate from the lobbying objectives, the campaign shall be cancelled.
4. The CSC is obligated to report the status regularly to the board of directors.

**Trade Associations**

ASEH plays an active role in climate organizations and associations. We also take up leadership and consultative roles in various committees within the associations. ASEH's management procedures for trade association and engagement are as follows:

1. Evaluating trade associations that are irrelevant to mitigating climate change:
(1) Assessing global trade association performance through membership.
(2) Identifying organizations with missions closely associated to climate change mitigation and/or the Paris Agreement, or actively advocating, promoting awareness, campaigning, or lobbying on climate related issues.

2. Evaluating and monitoring our engagement with, and activities of trade associations to ensure compliance with climate change mitigation and the Paris Agreement.
(1) Annual assessment of participating climate-focused trade associations.
(2) Evaluating the public stance of trade associations in supporting the Paris Agreement including below 2℃ or 1.5℃, Net Zero 2050, energy-saving and carbon reduction.
(3) Evaluating the activities and actions of the trade associations, to ensure that public statements, promotional activities, educational training, initiatives, and policy proposals, support and comply with the Paris Agreement.
(4) Classifying associations into those who comply with the Paris Agreement and those who do not. We would continue to engage with the former while taking other measures for the latter.

3. For trade associations that fall short of ASEH's expectations,
(1) We would engage in discussions to seek alignment within 2 years, and would cancel our membership if alignment fails.
(2) We would cancel our membership with associations that do not align with our climate policies and goals.

The Social Involvement Task Force (reporting directly to the CEO), and is responsible for executing the company's public affair strategies and plans. The CAO provides a status report to the Corporate Sustainability Committee (CSC) annually. The CSC is the highest level of management responsible for the strategy and supervision of the company's sustainability development, and is comprised of board directors and the head of corporate governance. The CSC oversees the progress and execution of public affair plans, budget, results, ascertains the level of participation in lobbying and public advocacy, and provides regular reports to the board of directors. [...] ASEH management procedures for lobbying are as follows: 1. The purpose must align with ASEH's policies on sustainability and climate change, and the Paris Agreement. 2. The lobbying campaign must first be evaluated by the Social Involvement Task Force and submitted to the ASEH Corporate Sustainability Committee for final approval. 3. The Social Involvement Task Force is responsible for tracking progress, and updating the progress and outcome to the CSC. (1) If the regulations, policies, and bills meet the goals of the lobbying objectives, the campaign shall be continued. (2) If the regulations, policies, and bills partially deviate from the lobbying objectives, a negotiation process shall commence to steer the campaign back on track. (3) If the regulations, policies, and bills completely deviate from the lobbying objectives, the campaign shall be cancelled. 4. The CSC is obligated to report the status regularly to the board of directors. [...] ASEH's management procedures for trade association and engagement are as follows: 1. Evaluating trade associations that are irrelevant to mitigating climate change: (1) Assessing global trade association performance through membership. (2) Identifying organizations with missions closely associated to climate change mitigation and/or the Paris Agreement, or actively advocating, promoting awareness, campaigning, or lobbying on climate related issues. 2. Evaluating and monitoring our engagement with, and activities of trade associations to ensure compliance with climate change mitigation and the Paris Agreement. (1) Annual assessment of participating climate-focused trade associations. (2) Evaluating the public stance of trade associations in supporting the Paris Agreement including below 2℃ or 1.5℃, Net Zero 2050, energy-saving and carbon reduction. (3) Evaluating the activities and actions of the trade associations, to ensure that public statements, promotional activities, educational training, initiatives, and policy proposals, support and comply with the Paris Agreement. (4) Classifying associations into those who comply with the Paris Agreement and those who do not. We would continue to engage with the former while taking other measures for the latter. 3. For trade associations that fall short of ASEH's expectations, (1) We would engage in discussions to seek alignment within 2 years, and would cancel our membership if alignment fails. (2) We would cancel our membership with associations that do not align with our climate policies and goals.

Describe the process(es) your organization has in place to ensure that your engagement activities are consistent with your overall climate change strategy[…](1). Follow ASEH Low-carbon strategies to ensure:
We aim to address and integrate climate change with our development strategies by:
* Establishing an overall carbon management system to implement low-carbon strategies and policies in accordance with our three major guiding principles – "energy saving,† "green energy† and "energy storage†.
* Investing in renewable energy.
* Innovating and promoting low-carbon products and services
* Identifying our vulnerabilities to climate change and developing adaptation strategies.
* Cultivating a "green† corporate culture and becoming a leading low-carbon solution provider.

(2). Through Corporate Sustainability Committee (CSC) to review:
ASEH formally established the Corporate Sustainability Committee (CSC) as the highest level of organization for the Group's sustainability management. As the highest sustainable development governance body, the CSC is chaired by the Chairman of ASEH and the Chief Operating Officer is the top management executives. Among them, six are also serving as members of the Board of Directors. The CSC is responsible for overseeing corporate-wide sustainability affairs, making decisions, and directly reporting to the Board of Directors. In addition, the Corporate Sustainability Division (CSD) was established to serve as the executive secretariat of the CSC.

(3). Via Sustainability Taskforces of CSC to check:
The CSC is fully supported by five Sustainability Taskforces, in which representatives from all of our corporate responsibility related business segments are brought together. The Sustainability Taskforces include "Corporate Governance Taskforce", "Environment and Green Innovation Taskforce", "Supply Chain Management Taskforce", "Employee Care and Development Taskforce", and "Social Involvement Taskforce", with relevant vice presidents and department supervisors appointed as taskforce coordinators. Each taskforce holds meetings regularly or irregularly, and convenes formal taskforce meeting at least once half yearly to report to taskforce coordinators on the implementation effectiveness and emerging issues on sustainability. Based on their respective practical needs, the "Sustainability Taskforces" integrate and coordinate ASEH's global resources in different operational approaches.