Matthews International Funds DEFA14A, filed Jul 9, 2026
Matthews International Funds (ADVE)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
SCHEDULE 14A
Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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MATTHEWS INTERNATIONAL FUNDS
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Matthews Asia Funds Four Embarcadero Center, Suite 550 San Francisco, CA 94111 |
FOLLOW-UP NOTICE: SEPARATE SPECIAL MEETING OF
MATTHEWS ASIA INNOVATORS FUND SHAREHOLDERS
July 8, 2026
Dear Valued Shareholder:
We are close to securing the required shareholder votes for a separate Special Meeting that is being held for the Matthews Asia Innovators Fund.
This additional special meeting is being held to seek shareholder approval for a proposed change to the Fund’s classification from “diversified” to “non-diversified.” As explained in the proxy statement previously sent to you, the Board of Trustees unanimously recommends that shareholders vote “FOR” the proposal.
We need your voting instructions as soon as possible. Please take a moment to cast your vote today. Your prompt response is important and greatly appreciated.
Sincerely,
Mark W. Headley
President of the Trust
Here are three convenient methods for voting your proxy:
| ✓ | Vote by Touch-tone Phone. You may cast your vote by telephone using an automated system by calling the toll-free number found on the enclosed proxy card. |
| ✓ | Vote Online. You may cast your vote online by logging onto the Internet address located on the enclosed proxy card and following the instructions on the website. |
| ✓ | Vote by Mail. You may cast your vote by signing, dating, and mailing the enclosed proxy card(s) in the prepaid return envelope provided. |
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Matthews Asia Funds Four Embarcadero Center, Suite 550 San Francisco, CA 94111 |
ACTION REQUESTED—YOUR VOTE IS NEEDED
Separate Special Meeting of Matthews Asia Innovators Fund Shareholders
Dear Valued Shareholder,
This communication is a reminder to submit your proxy vote for the separate Special Meeting of Shareholders that is being held for the Matthews Asia Innovators Fund.
While you may have recently voted in other Matthews Asia Funds shareholders meetings, our records indicated that we have not yet received your vote for this separate Special Meeting for the Matthews Asia Innovators Fund.
This additional special meeting is being held to seek shareholder approval for a proposed change to the Fund’s classification from “diversified” to “non-diversified.” Your vote is essential. Shareholder participation representing a majority of outstanding shares is required to conduct this meeting.
Please Provide Your Voting Instructions Today
Call 1-800-207-2872 to speak with a representative who can quickly record your vote. Representatives are available Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. ET and Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET.
The call takes just a few moments, and our team is ready to assist you. Thank you for your prompt attention and taking the time to vote.
Sincerely,
Mark W. Headley
President of the Trust
Here are four convenient methods for voting your proxy:
| 1. | Vote by Phone with a Representative. You may cast your vote by telephone with a proxy representative by calling toll-free 1-800-207-2872. Representatives are available Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern time. |
| 2. | Vote by Touch-tone Phone. You may cast your vote by telephone using an automated system by calling the toll-free number found on the enclosed proxy card. |
| 3. | Vote Online. You may cast your vote online by logging onto the Internet address located on the enclosed proxy card and following the instructions on the website. |
| 4. | Vote by Mail. You may cast your vote by signing, dating, and mailing the enclosed proxy card(s) in the prepaid return envelope provided. |
| matthewsasia.com | Matthews Asia Funds | Four Embarcadero Center, Suite 550, San Francisco, CA 94111 |