[Matthews Letterhead]
September 28, 1998
URGENT: PLEASE VOTE YOUR SHARES
Dear Shareholder:
We previously mailed to you proxy materials relating to the special
meetings of shareholders of the Matthews International Funds to be held on
October 8, 1998.
According to our latest records, we have not received your proxy card.
Regardless of the number of shares you own, it is important that they are
represented and voted at the meeting. If you have not already mailed your proxy
card, please take a moment to SIGN, DATE and MAIL the enclosed duplicate proxy
card promptly in the return envelope provided for your convenience. If you need
assistance in voting your shares by mail or would like to vote by telephone
please call our solicitor D.F. King toll-free at 1-800-628-8536.
For the reasons set forth in the Proxy Statement dated August 31, 1998 the
Board of Trustees recommends a vote "For" each proposal.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
Sincerely,
/s/G. Paul Matthews
G. Paul Matthews
President
