It is a great honour for me to announce that Taiwan Power Company (Taipower) will host the AESIEAP’s activities in the coming two years, 2009 and 2010. On behalf of Taipower, I sincerely invite all AESIEAP members to join the grand events to be held in Taiwan.

The CEO Conference and CEPSI have become the most significant events for the electric power industry in the region since the establishment of AESIEAP in 1975. Especially, CEPSI has earned a growing reputation for its professionalism, and provided an excellent platform for exchanging ideas, opinions and experiences in relation to electricity technology as well as business management among AESIEAP members.

As we enter into the 21st century, the goal of managing electricity demand while maintaining a sufficient, reliable, affordable and environmentally sound electricity supply will encounter unprecedented challenges to the power industry. Today, most sectors of the electric power industry are facing two main challenges, namely, high energy prices and low carbon future which are combining to cast a great deal of uncertainty including technology choices, business philosophy and models, etc. In order that the industry may come up with sound, solid and economically feasible resolutions for these issues, we have designated the theme “Challenges and Opportunities of the Electric Power Industry in an Uncertain Era” for discussion in the CEO Conference in 2009 and the 18th CEPSI in 2010.

As the host of AESIEAP activities, Taipower will initiate a comprehensive plan for the upcoming 2009 CEO Conference and 2010 CEPSI, which will be held in Kaohsiung and Taipei, respectively, in Taiwan. Taiwan, the beautiful island, is featuring a blend of traditional and modern Taiwanese cultures. It is famous for being a fair for gourmets, a home of high-tech electronic products, a heaven for smart shopping, and a paradise for travelers. I sincerely welcome you, your spouses and colleagues to join these significant events. You will enjoy a wonderful and unforgettable time in Taiwan. We are looking forward to seeing you in Taiwan.

With warmest regards,