M&G Investments (M&G) has announced the appointment of Luke Chang as general manager and head of intermediary distribution, Taiwan. Joining today, Chang is based in Taipei and reports to Amy Cho, head of Asia Pacific, M&G Investments.

Chang (pictured) will lead M&G’s Taiwan intermediary distribution strategy, with responsibility to further develop and deepen M&G’s relationships across financial intermediaries, according to a statement by the UK-based asset manager.

He has nearly two decades of experience across investment management, distribution and business leadership in Taiwan, Hong Kong and mainland China. He joins M&G from Axa Investment Managers, where he was most recently chief executive officer of AXA Investment Managers Shanghai and head of sales, China.

Prior to this, Chang held a range of investment, distribution and leadership roles at BlackRock across Shanghai, Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Cho commented: “Taiwan’s wealth market continues to evolve as investors seek broader access to global investment opportunities and trusted partners who understand their needs. Luke’s extensive experience and deep understanding of Taiwan make him well placed to lead our business. Together with our local presence and partnership with Capital Gateway, he will help us strengthen our relationships with distributors and support clients across a broader range of investment needs.”

Chang added: “Building on M&G’s established foundation in Taiwan, I look forward to working closely with colleagues at M&G and Capital Gateway, as well as distribution partners across the market to support clients in achieving their long-term objectives.”