Silicon Valley, CA - (NewMediaWire) - June 03, 2025 - – ABVC BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ABVC) ("Company"), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing therapeutic solutions in ophthalmology, CNS (central nervous systems), and oncology/hematology, announced today that its Board of Directors approved a plan to distribute, one share of stock of AiBtlBioPharma Inc. ("AIBTL"), a corporation organized and existing and under the laws of the State of Delaware, as a dividend reward to its shareholders for each share of ABVC common stock owned by the shareholder (the "AIBTL Shares"). Based on the Company’s current holdings, the Company expects to distribute approximately 15M AIBTL Shares. The distrubtion shall take place after the AIBTL Shares are included in an effective registration statement under the Securities Act of 1933, of which there is no guarantee.

AIBTL is one of the Company’s subsidiaries and an entity with which ABVC holds certain licensing agreements, as disclosed in ABVC’s public filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

This distribution will mark the Company's first dividend payment. The Company believes that this dividend can boost shareholder confidence and trust in the Company's capabilities.

"I am proud of ABVC's journey and that it is in a position to reward its shareholders with a dividend distribution. This distribution shows our confidence in AiBtl’s long-term potential and our commitment to providing value to ABVC shareholders.," said Dr. Uttam Patil, ABVC Chief Executive Officer.

AiBtl is working on developing the Company’s Asian Healthcare business; ABVC is its major shareholder, holding 57.8%. The partnership with AIBTL is expected to enhance ABVC’s strategic objectives in international business development for its CNS programs of the MDD and ADHD markets and establish partnerships with international pharmaceutical companies.

About AiBtl BioPharma Inc.

AiBtl BioPharma Inc. is a Delaware-based biopharmaceutical company focused on the development of botanical-based therapeutic candidates for central nervous system (CNS) disorders, including major depressive disorder (MDD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Leveraging a combination of traditional botanical knowledge and modern clinical research, AiBtl is advancing drug candidates derived from Polygala tenuifolia, a traditional medicinal herb. AiBtl operates with a strategic focus on Asia-Pacific markets and is exploring collaborative opportunities with global pharmaceutical partners to support late-stage development and commercialization. ABVC BioPharma currently holds a majority ownership stake in AiBtl.

About ABVC BioPharma & Its Industry

ABVC BioPharma is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with an active pipeline of six drugs and one medical device (ABV-1701/Vitargus®) under development. For its drug products, the Company utilizes in-licensed technology from its network of world-renowned research institutions to conduct proof-of-concept trials through Phase II of clinical development. The Company's network of research institutions includes Stanford University, University of California at San Francisco, and Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. For Vitargus®, the Company intends to conduct pivotal clinical trials (Phase III) through global partnerships.

Forward-Looking Statements

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This press release does not constitute an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy any of the Company's securities, nor shall such securities be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation or sale of any of the Company's securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such state or jurisdiction.

Contact:

Uttam Patil

Email: uttam@ambrivis.com

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