Shi Wen-long
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Shi Wen-long

Taiwan 98 years old Self-Made

Overview

Source of Wealth
Plastics
Industry
Manufacturing
Residence
Children
3

Biography

Shi Wen-long is the founder of Chimei Corp., one of Asia's largest plastics businesses. It also has interests in technology.

He started Chimei with the equivalent of $700 and four employees in 1953.

Shi's son-in-law Lin Chia-lung was the mayor of central Taiwan business hub Taichung from 2014 to 2021.

About

The active philanthropist has erected one of Taiwan's largest museums in his home city, Tainan.

Shi entertains guests by playing a violin from his musical instrument collection.