HSBC Taiwan Private Banking Names Edward Chiu for Key Role
- May 28
- 1 min read
HSBC Private Bank has appointed Edward Chiu as Onshore Taiwan Market Head effective June 1, 2026, as the bank strengthens its onshore wealth management operations in Taiwan.
The HSBC Taiwan private banking appointment comes as competition intensifies for affluent and ultra-high-net-worth clients across North Asia.
Chiu has more than 20 years of experience in wealth management and affluent banking in Taiwan and has served as Head of Premier Elite at HSBC Taiwan since 2024. He previously held senior roles at DBS and Citibank.
In his new role, Chiu will oversee HSBC’s onshore private banking business in Taiwan and work closely with other divisions to deliver wealth solutions for Taiwanese clients.
He will report to Kanas Chan, Head of Private Bank North Asia and Hong Kong, and Kevin Hu, Head of International Wealth and Premier Banking Taiwan.
The HSBC Taiwan private banking appointment highlights Taiwan’s growing importance within Asia’s private banking and wealth management market.
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