In accordance with Article 7 of the company's Regulations Governing Procedure for Board of Directors Meetings, the Board of Directors has decision-making authority over the following matters:

1. The company’s operational plan.

2. Annual financial reports.

3. Establishing or amending internal control systems, and assessing the effectiveness of those systems.

4. Establishing or amending procedures for significant financial transactions involving the acquisition or disposal of assets, 

    engaging in derivatives trading, lending funds to others, providing endorsements, or offering guarantees.

5. The issuance, offering, or private placement of securities with equity characteristics.

6. The appointment or dismissal of the Chairman.

7. The appointment or dismissal of the Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer, or Internal Audit Officer.

8. The salaries and remuneration of directors, supervisors, and managers, which should be recommended by the

    Remuneration Committee and then discussed and decided by the Board.

9. Political contributions amounting to NT$1 million or more.

10. Matters that require resolution by the shareholders’ meeting or decision by the Board according to Article 14-5 of the

      Securities Exchange Act, or other laws and regulations, or the company’s articles of incorporation; or significant

      matters stipulated by the competent authority.

11. Donations to related parties or significant donations to non-related parties. However, donations made for emergency

       relief due to significant natural disasters may be ratified at the next Board meeting.