Kathy Yang of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn) Named to Fortune's Most Powerful Women Asia List Again

Kathy Yang, a key executive at Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), has been named to Fortune's "Most Powerful Women Asia 2026" list for the second consecutive year. The recognition acknowledges her leadership at the intersection of the physical industrial world and artificial intelligence for the world's largest electronics manufacturer and AI server provider.

Yang, who serves as general manager of global campus operations and head of AI software and AI infrastructure at Foxconn, is among 16 technology sector honorees on this year's list. The technology sector is the most represented, underscoring its increasing centrality to the Asian economy as digital platforms and advanced manufacturing firms grow in scale and influence.

Fortune highlighted that this year's rankings reflect evolving power dynamics in Asia, with both established leaders and a rising generation shaping the region's economy. The strong showing from the technology sector demonstrates its growing impact and the increasing leadership roles women are taking in this transformation.

Yang previously served as Foxconn's first interim chairwoman and also sits on the board of Foxconn Industrial Internet (FII) and chairs JUSDA. Her responsibilities span Foxconn's more than 240 locations across 24 countries, and she emphasizes the collaboration between humans and AI for future industrial advancements.