A prominent Japanese economist says the ECFA will be a necessary supplement, to prop up Taiwan's economy.

Kenichi Ohmae was invited to deliver a speech on the prospect of Taiwan's economy, at Taiwan leader Ma Ying-jeou's office. He highly praised the ECFA, which is still under negotiation. He thinks the mainland and Taiwan have pushed forward talks with unexpected efficiency. He also says Taiwan will become a popular destination for foreign investment, and should make full use of the ECFA.