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Templeton Developing Markets Trust - Templeton Developing Market Fund-Class R6
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August 14, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 August 5, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

May 6, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 April 28, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

May 1, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 April 28, 2025 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

March 14, 2025 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 April 16, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

October 8, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 September 26, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

October 3, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 September 26, 2024 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 21, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 20, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 16, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 15, 2024 EX-99.14 OTH CONSENT

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

EX-99.(14)(a) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 t to the Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust of our report dated February 20, 2024, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in Templeton Developing Markets Trust’s A

August 15, 2024 N-14/A

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 15, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 15, 2024 File No. 333-280852 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 [X] Post-Effective Amendment No. [ ] (Check appropriate box or boxes) TEMPLETON DEVELOPING MARKETS TRUST (Exact Name of Registrant as Specif

August 15, 2024 EX-99.14 OTH CONSENT

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

EX-99.(14)(b) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 to the Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust of our report dated October 23, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in Templeton China World Fund’s Annual Repor

August 13, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 March 9, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

August 13, 2024 CORRESP

August 13, 2024

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP 2005 Market Street, Suite 2600 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Telephone 215.

August 8, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

August 5, 2024 40-17F2

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2]

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 November 27, 2023 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

July 17, 2024 EX-99.11 OPIN COUNSL

July 17, 2024

EX-99.(11)(a) Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP 2005 Market Street Suite 2600 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Telephone 215.564.8000 Fax 215.564.8120 www.stradley.com July 17, 2024 Board of Trustees Templeton Developing Markets Trust 300 S.E. 2nd Street Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301-1923 Board of Trustees Templeton China World Fund 300 S.E. 2nd Street Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301-1923 Re: Registration

July 17, 2024 EX-99.14 OTH CONSENT

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

EX-99.(14)(a) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust of our report dated February 20, 2024, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in Templeton Developing Markets Trust’s Annual Report on Form N-CSR for the year

July 17, 2024 EX-99.16 PWR OF ATTY

POWER OF ATTORNEY

EX-99.(16)(a) POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned officers and trustees of TEMPLETON DEVELOPING MARKETS TRUST, a Delaware statutory trust (the “Registrant”), hereby appoint ALISON E. BAUR, NAVID J. TOFIGH, ALEXANDER Y. KYMN, MARC DE OLIVEIRA, THOMAS MANDIA, TARA E. GORMEL, BRUCE G. LETO, ALISON M. FULLER, KRISTIN H. IVES AND MARGUERITE C. BATEMAN (with full power to each of them to act alone) his/he

July 17, 2024 EX-99.14 OTH CONSENT

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

EX-99.(14)(b) CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton China World Fund of our report dated October 23, 2023, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights, which appear in Templeton China World Fund’s Annual Report on Form N-CSR for the year ended August 31,

July 17, 2024 N-14

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2024

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on July 17, 2024 File No. 333-[] UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 Pre-Effective Amendment No. [ ] Post-Effective Amendment No. [ ] (Check appropriate box or boxes) TEMPLETON DEVELOPING MARKETS TRUST (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in C

July 12, 2024 CORRESP

Management Fee

One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 tel 800.632.2350 franklintempleton.com July 12, 2024 VIA EDGAR Christina DiAngelo Fettig U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549-8626 Subject: Franklin Templeton Funds (the “Funds”) (as listed on the attached Appendix) Dear Ms. Fettig: On behalf of the Funds, the following are the

October 12, 2022 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

40-17F2 1 dmt17f2-pe33121.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 September 29, 2022 2. State Identification Number

May 23, 2022 NPORT-EX

Trust (Fund)

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee 711-Q1PH 1 Schedule of Investments (unaudited) Templeton Developing Markets Trust 2 Notes to Schedule of Investments 6 Templeton Developing Markets Trust Schedule of Investments (unaudited), March 31, 2022 Quarterly Schedule of Investments See Notes to Schedule of Investments.

February 2, 2022 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 April 12, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

December 29, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 December 23, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

November 22, 2021 NPORT-EX

Trust (Fund)

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee 711-Q3PH 1 Statement of Investments (unaudited) Templeton Developing Markets Trust 2 Notes to Statement of Investments 5 Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), September 30, 2021 Quarterly Statement of Investments See Notes to Statement of Investments.

October 19, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 October 5, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

May 25, 2021 NPORT-EX

Trust (Fund)

Not FDIC Insured May Lose Value No Bank Guarantee 711-Q1PH 1 Statement of Investments (unaudited) Templeton Developing Markets Trust 2 Notes to Financial Statements 5 Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), March 31, 2021 Quarterly Statement of Investments See Notes to Statement of Investments.

May 13, 2021 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 April 21, 2021 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA

April 26, 2021 CORRESP

April 26, 2021

April 26, 2021 Filed via EDGAR Elena Stojic, Esq. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Subject: Templeton Developing Markets Trust (the “Fund”) File Nos. 811-06378; 033-42163 Dear Ms. Stojic: Submitted herewith under the EDGAR system are the Fund’s responses to the comments of the staff (the “Staff”) of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “

March 1, 2021 COVER

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 March 1, 2021 Filed via EDGAR (CIK # 0000878087) U.

December 31, 2020 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2-13120.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811-06378 December 18, 2020

November 30, 2020 NPORT-EX

Trust (Trust)

Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments (unaudited), September 30, 2020 See Notes to Statement of Investments.

November 27, 2020 40-17F2

- TDMT_17F2_113019

tdmt17f2-113019.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 November 19, 20

October 22, 2020 NPORT-EX

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Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, March 31, 2020 (unaudited) Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 92.

October 22, 2020 NPORT-EX

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Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, September 30, 2019 (unaudited) Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 91.

October 6, 2020 CORRESP

RATS Value

One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 tel 800.632.2350 franklintempleton.com October 5, 2020 VIA EDGAR Mr. David Manion U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549-8626 Subject: Franklin Templeton Funds (the ?Funds?) (as listed on the attached Appendix) Dear Mr. Manion: On behalf of the Funds, the following are the respons

September 1, 2020 DEFA14A

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Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

August 28, 2020 DEFA14A

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Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

August 10, 2020 DEFA14A

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Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

July 9, 2020 DEF 14A

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tdmtproxystatementfinal7820.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission [X] Definitive Proxy St

June 26, 2020 CORRESP

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tdmtproxyseccomments-62620up.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Templeton Developing Markets Trust 300 S.E. 2nd Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 3330-1923 June 26, 2020 Filed via EDGAR Ms. Rebecca Marquigny, Esq. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Subject: Templeton Developing Markets Trust (the “Registrant”) File Nos. 811-06378; 033-42163 Dear

June 1, 2020 40-17F2

- TDMT 17F-2 05-31-2019

tdmt17f2-053119.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 20, 2020 2.

June 1, 2020 NPORT-EX

Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 92.1% Brazil 2.4% a B2W Cia Digital Internet & Direct Marketing Retail    330,000     $3,048,293 B3 SA - Brasil Bolsa Balcao Capital Markets    782,100     5,403,291 Lojas Americanas SA Multiline Retail  1,078,117

Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, March 31, 2020 (unaudited) Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 92.

May 29, 2020 COVER

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 May 29, 2020 Filed Via EDGAR (CIK #0000878087) U.

May 29, 2020 PRE 14A

¿ INFORMATION ABOUT VOTING ¿ THE PROPOSALS ¿ FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT VOTING AND THE MEETING

tdmtproxypre14a052920.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [X] Preliminary Proxy Statement [ ] Confidential, for Use of the Commission [ ] Definitive Proxy Statemen

January 8, 2020 40-17F2

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 October 17, 2019 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

December 27, 2019 40-17F2

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

December 20, 2019 40-17F2

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

December 13, 2019 40-17F2

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 30, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

November 29, 2019 NPORT-EX

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust NPORT-EX - -

Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, September 30, 2019 (unaudited) Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 91.

May 29, 2019 NPORT-EX

Templeton Developing Markets Trust NPORT-EX - -

Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, March 31, 2019 (unaudited) Industry Shares Value Common Stocks 94.

November 29, 2018 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

nqtdmt093018certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under

November 29, 2018 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

n-qdmtpe93018wrappage.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdal

October 10, 2018 CORRESP

Franklin California Tax Free Trust CORRESP

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 October 10, 2018 VIA EDGAR Mr.

May 29, 2018 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust N-Q (Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings)

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May 29, 2018 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

tdmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

March 21, 2018 40-17F2

Templeton Developing Markets Trust TDMT 17F-2 PE_073117

tdmt17f2-073117.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 February 23, 20

March 20, 2018 40-17F2

Templeton Developing Markets Trust TDMT 17F-2 PE_053117

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 February 23, 2018 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

November 28, 2017 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust -

N-Q 1 nq-dmt0917.htm UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301-1923 (Address of principal executive

November 28, 2017 EX-99.CERT

I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Matthew T. Hinkle, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

November 3, 2017 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 October 31, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

October 10, 2017 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

tdmt17f2-083116.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 24, 2017

October 6, 2017 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __) Filed by the Registrant [X] Filed by a Party other than the Registrant [ ] Check the appropriate box: [ ] Preliminary Proxy S

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

October 5, 2017 40-17F2

Report of Independent Accountants

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 24, 2017 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL G

October 3, 2017 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

September 7, 2017 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. __)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

August 28, 2017 CORRESP

FKTFX / FRANKLIN CALIFORNIA TAX-FREE INCOME FUND CORRESP - -

One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 tel (650) 312-2000 franklinresources.

July 31, 2017 PRE 14A

Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. _)

Schedule 14A Information Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(A) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

May 26, 2017 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust -

nq-dmt0317.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

May 26, 2017 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

November 28, 2016 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust - TDMT NQ WRAP PE 9-30-16

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.

November 28, 2016 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

tdmt302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

November 15, 2016 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 September 21, 2106 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC F

November 9, 2016 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 September 21, 2106 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC F

May 27, 2016 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

May 27, 2016 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust

nq-dmt0316.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

May 9, 2016 425

The reorganization of the Templeton BRIC Fund with and into Templeton Developing Markets Trust is expected to be completed on or about May 13, 2016.

Filed by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under Securities Act of 1933. Subject Company: Templeton Global Investment Trust on behalf of Templeton BRIC Fund File No. 333-208267 The reorganization of the Templeton BRIC Fund with and into Templeton Developing Markets Trust is expected to be completed on or about May 13, 2016.

March 30, 2016 425

IMMEDIATE ACTION NEEDED

Filed by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under Securities Act of 1933.

March 23, 2016 425

Filed by Templeton Developing Markets Trust

Filed by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under Securities Act of 1933.

March 22, 2016 425

SPECIAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS HAS BEEN ADJOURNED TO APRIL 12, 2016 AND OUR RECORDS INDICATE THAT YOU HAVE NOT YET VOTED ON A CRITICAL PROPOSAL

Filed by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under Securities Act of 1933.

February 3, 2016 CORRESP

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 February 3, 2016

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 February 3, 2016 VIA EDGAR Ms.

February 2, 2016 425

PLEASE VOTE YOUR PROXY NOW

File Number #333-208267 IMPORTANT SHAREHOLDER UPDATE Templeton BRIC Fund a series of Templeton Global Investment Trust URGENT PROXY VOTING REQUEST Dear Shareholder:We recently mailed you proxy materials regarding the Special Meeting of Shareholders for the Templeton BRIC Fund to be held on March 22, 2016.

January 22, 2016 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 October 23, 2015 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL

November 30, 2015 EX-99.16 PWR OF ATTY

POWER OF ATTORNEY

tdmt-poan142015.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing POWER OF ATTORNEY The undersigned officers and trustees of TEMPLETON DEVELOPING MARKETS TRUST, a Delaware statutory trust (the "Registrant"), hereby appoint BRUCE G. LETO, LARRY P. STADULIS, KRISTIN H. IVES, LORI A. WEBER. craig s. tyle, alison e. baur and KIMBERLY H. NOVOTNY, (with full power to each of them to act alone) his/her att

November 30, 2015 N-14

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 30, 2015 File No.

November 30, 2015 EX-99.11 OPIN COUNSL

Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP

[GRAPHICS] Stradley Ronon Stevens & Young, LLP 2600 One Commerce Square Philadelphia, PA 19103-7098 Telephone: (215) 564-8000 November 30, 2015 Board of Trustees of Templeton Developing Markets Trust Board of Trustees of Templeton Global Investment Trust on behalf of the Templeton BRIC Fund 300 S.

November 30, 2015 EX-99.14 OTH CONSENT

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

pwcconsent.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM We hereby consent to the incorporations by reference in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of our report dated February 18, 2015, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appear in the December 31, 2014 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Devel

November 27, 2015 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

November 27, 2015 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust

nq-dmt093015.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 333

June 15, 2015 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 29, 2015 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

June 12, 2015 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 29, 2015 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA H

May 28, 2015 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust

nq-dmt0315.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

May 28, 2015 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

November 26, 2014 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust

nq-dmt093014.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.E. 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 333

November 26, 2014 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

November 14, 2014 40-17F2

Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

tdmt17f2-63014.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 October 29, 2014

October 9, 2014 40-17F2

Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - -

tdmt17f2-33114.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 August 14, 2014

June 27, 2014 40-17F2

TEDMX / Templeton Developing Markets Trust 40-17F2 - - TDMT 17F2 PE 8/31/13 TO 1/31/14

tdmt17f2-13114.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 June 6, 2014 2.

May 28, 2014 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

May 28, 2014 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.

December 10, 2013 40-17F2

- TDMT PE 4/1/13 - 7/31/13

tdmt17f2-73113.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 November 22, 201

November 27, 2013 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

November 27, 2013 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 300 S.

July 15, 2013 CORRESP

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franklinsecsoxcomment6-2013r.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENTS ONE FRANKLIN PARKWAY SAN MATEO, CA 94403-1906 July 15, 2013 VIA EDGAR Ms. Christina DiAngelo Mr. Jeffrey Long U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Investment Management Office of Disclosure and Review 100 F Street, NE Washington, DC 20549-8626 Subject: Franklin, Templeton, and

July 10, 2013 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2-33113.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 [17 CFR 270.17f-2] 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 June 18, 2013 2.

June 19, 2013 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2-013111.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 26, 2011 2. State Identification Number

June 13, 2013 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2-53110.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 26, 2011 2. State Identification Number:

June 13, 2013 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2-93010.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 May 26, 2011 2. State Identification Number:

June 5, 2013 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

June 5, 2013 N-Q/A

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - TDMT AMD N-Q PE 3/31/13

n-qdmtpe33113a.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, March 31, 2013 (unaudited) aNon-income producing. bSecurity was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration only to qualified institutional buyers or in a public offering registered under the Securi

May 29, 2013 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whi

May 29, 2013 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, March 31, 2013 (unaudited) aNon-income producing.

April 5, 2013 40-17F2

- DMT

tdmt17f2123112.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 March 8, 2013 2. State Identification Number

November 28, 2012 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt-302certs0912.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under

November 28, 2012 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings - TDMT QTRLY PE 9/30/12

nq-dmt093012.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, September 30, 2012 (unaudited) Quarterly Statement of Investments | See Notes to Statement of Investments. Templeton Developing Markets Trust Notes to Statement of Investments (unaudited) 1. ORGANIZATION Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Fund) is registered under the Investme

October 10, 2012 40-17F2

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tdmt17f2073112.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 September 28, 2012 2. State Identification N

September 5, 2012 40-17F2

- PE 5/31/12

tdmt17f2053112.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 July 23, 2012 2. State Identification Number

May 29, 2012 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt302certs.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

May 29, 2012 N-Q

Quarterly Schedule of Portfolio Holdings -

dmt-nq0312.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Templeton Developing Markets Trust Notes to Statement of Investments (unaudited) 1. ORGANIZATION Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Fund) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, (1940 Act) as an open-end investment company. 2. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENT VALUATION The Fund's investments in securities and other financi

March 21, 2012 40-17F2

- TDMT 17F-2 PE 12/31/11

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January 10, 2012 40-17F2

- TDMT 40-17F2

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November 28, 2011 N-Q

Quarterly Statement of Investments | See Notes to Statement of Investments.

Quarterly Statement of Investments | See Notes to Statement of Investments. Templeton Developing Markets Trust Statement of Investments, September 30, 2011 (unaudited) (continued) aA portion or all of the security is on loan at September 30, 2011. bAt September 30, 2011, pursuant to the Fund's policies and the requirements of applicable securities law, the Fund may be restricted from trading this

November 28, 2011 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt302certs-911.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under

October 12, 2011 40-17F2

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

tdmt17f2090911.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: Date Examination completed: 811 -06378 September 9, 2011 2. State Identification Nu

May 27, 2011 N-Q

Quarterly Statement of Investments | See Notes to Statement of Investments.

Quarterly Statement of Investments | See Notes to Statement of Investments. Templeton Developing Markets Trust Notes to Statement of Investments (unaudited) 1. ORGANIZATION Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Fund) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended, as an open-end investment company. 2. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENT VALUATION The Fund's investments in securities and other f

May 27, 2011 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

dmt302certs-0311.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3(a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under

November 26, 2010 EX-99.CERT

I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that:

tdmt302-910.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing Exhibit 3 (a) I, Laura F. Fergerson, certify that: 1. I have reviewed this report on Form N-Q of Templeton Developing Markets Trust; 2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under whic

November 26, 2010 N-Q

Templeton Developing Markets Trust 500 East Broward Blvd., Suite 2100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394-3091 Craig S. Tyle, One Franklin Parkway, San Mateo, CA 94403-1906

n-qdmt93010.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing FORM N-Q QUARTERLY SCHEDULE OF PORTFOLIO HOLDINGS OF REGISTERED MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY Investment Company Act file number 811-06378 Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact name of registrant as specified in charter) 500 East Broward Blvd., Suite 2100, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394-3091 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip co

November 10, 2010 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

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June 8, 2009 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 06378 Date Examination completed: May 29, 2009 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA ME MD

February 25, 2009 40-17F2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM N-17F-2 CERTIFICATE OF ACCOUNTING OF SECURITIES AND SIMILAR INVESTMENTS IN THE CUSTODY OF MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES PURSUANT TO RULE N-17F-2 1. Investment Company Act File Number: 811- 06378 Date Examination completed: January 23, 2009 2. State Identification Number: AL AK AZ AR CA CO CT DE DC FL GA HI ID IL IN IA KS KY LA M

April 25, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 19, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

April 13, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 26, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 15, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

March 13, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 21, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 8, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

February 2, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 22, 2007 DEFA14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.R

PRINCIPAL HOLDER OF SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT R PRINCIPAL HOLDER OF SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Name/Class Name and Address of Account Share Amount Percentage of Class (%) Franklin California Tax Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.K

FORM OF SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted January 31, 2003; Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration

Exhibit K FORM OF SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST of FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted January 31, 2003; Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted May 8, 2003; Second Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust adopted .

January 4, 2007 EX-99.C

BOARDS AND THE FUNDS/SERIES TO BE SUPERVISED BY SUCH BOARDS Funds to be Supervised by Board I

EXHIBIT C BOARDS AND THE FUNDS/SERIES TO BE SUPERVISED BY SUCH BOARDS Funds to be Supervised by Board I Fund and Series Nominees for Board I Franklin California Tax-Free Trustab Independent Board Nominees: Franklin California Insured Tax-Free Income Fund Harris J.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.Q

OUTSTANDING SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT Q OUTSTANDING SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Number of Outstanding Shares Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.B-1

NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHARTER (For all Funds except Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc. and Franklin Mutual Recovery Fund)

EXHIBIT B-1 NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHARTER (For all Funds except Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.A

NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP

EXHIBIT A NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP Fund Nominating Committee Members Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.P

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENT MANAGER INFORMATION

EXHIBIT P FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENT MANAGER INFORMATION Fund/Series Investment Manager Sub-Adviser Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.N-2

TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 5

EXHIBIT N-2 TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 5 Mortgaging, Pledging or Hypothecating Fundamental Investment Restriction Recommended to be Eliminated (The Fund may not?) Fund Mortgage or pledge any of its assets, except that borrowing for temporary or emergency purposes may be made in the amount up to 5% of the total asset value.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.E

AGGREGATE INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION FROM EACH FUND FOR THE 12-MONTH PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT E AGGREGATE INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION FROM EACH FUND FOR THE 12-MONTH PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Harris J.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.D

BOARD AND COMMITTEE FEES

EXHIBIT D BOARD AND COMMITTEE FEES The following table identifies the compensation that the Funds pay their Independent Board Members and the number of standing committee meetings held during the most recent Fund fiscal year ended on or before September 30, 2006.

January 4, 2007 DEF 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.U

VOTES NECESSARY TO APPROVE THE PROPOSALS

EXHIBIT U VOTES NECESSARY TO APPROVE THE PROPOSALS Proposal Fund Vote Needed Proposal 1 – To elect a Board of All Funds Plurality (voting by Fund as a whole) Trustees/Directors Proposal 2 – To approve Franklin California Tax-Free Income The affirmative vote of the lesser of an Agreement and Plan of Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.L-2

TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4

EXHIBIT L-2 TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4 Borrowing Current Fundamental Investment Restriction (The Fund may not .

January 4, 2007 EX-99.H-1

COMPARISON OF MASSACHUSETTS AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW

EXHIBIT H-1 COMPARISON OF MASSACHUSETTS AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW The following is only a discussion of certain principal differences between the governing documents for each existing Massachusetts business trust (each an ?Acquired Trust?) and its successor Delaware statutory trust (each an ?Acquiring Trust?), and is not a complete description of the Acquired or Acquiring Trusts? governing documents.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.N-1

FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 5

EXHIBIT N-1 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 5 ELIMINATE ADDRESSED BY THE 1940 ACT OR SEC PREEMPTED BY NSMIA STAFF INTERPRETATIONS Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.I

COMPLEX-WIDE FORM OF AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST [NAME OF FUND] a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted __________; current Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trus

EXHIBIT I COMPLEX-WIDE FORM OF AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST of [NAME OF FUND] a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted ; current Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust adopted .

January 4, 2007 EX-99.H-2

COMPARISON OF MARYLAND AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW

EXHIBIT H-2 COMPARISON OF MARYLAND AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW The following is only a discussion of certain principal differences between the governing document for each existing Maryland corporation (each an ?Acquired Fund?) and its successor Delaware statutory trust (each an ?Acquiring Trust?), and is not a complete description of the Acquired Funds? and the Acquiring Trusts? governing documents.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.G

FORM OF AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION

EXHIBIT G FORM OF AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION This Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (“Agreement”) is made as of this day of , 2007 by and between , a [Massachusetts business trust/Maryland corporation] (the “Fund”), and , a Delaware statutory trust (the “DE Trust”) (the Fund and the DE Trust are hereinafter collectively referred to as the “parties”).

January 4, 2007 EX-99.F

ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

EXHIBIT F ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Name, Year of Birth and Address Position Funds Length of Time Served Sheila Amoroso (1959) One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Vice President Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.B-2

FRANKLIN MUTUAL SERIES FUND/FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Charter

EXHIBIT B-2 FRANKLIN MUTUAL SERIES FUND/FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Charter This Charter has been adopted by the Board of Directors of Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.T

AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Adopted October 18, 2004

EXHIBIT T AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Adopted October 18, 2004 I.

January 4, 2007 EX-99

A COMPARISON OF GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS

EXHIBIT J A COMPARISON OF GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS This Exhibit compares some of the more significant provisions of the New Declaration with the Current Declarations.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.O

PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS FOR FRANKLIN TEMPLETON MONEY FUND TRUST (THE ?TRUST?)

EXHIBIT O PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS FOR FRANKLIN TEMPLETON MONEY FUND TRUST (THE “TRUST”) WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has created an additional class of shares of the Franklin Templeton Money Fund (the “F-T Money Fund”) to be designated as “Class A” shares of the F-T Money Fund; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees has approved the automatic conversion of the F-T Money Fund’s shares designated as “Cla

January 4, 2007 EX-99.M

COMPARISON OF CURRENT AND PROPOSED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS REGARDING INDUSTRY CONCENTRATION

EXHIBIT M COMPARISON OF CURRENT AND PROPOSED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS REGARDING INDUSTRY CONCENTRATION Fund Name Current Fundamental Concentration Restriction Proposed Fundamental Concentration Restriction Franklin Mutual Financial Services Fund [The Fund may not]: Invest more than 25% of the value of its assets in a particular industry (except that U.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.S

AUDIT FEE INFORMATION

EXHIBIT S AUDIT FEE INFORMATION Fees Billed by PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP:1 Aggregate Trust Name/ Audit All Other Non-Audit Fiscal year Ended Audit Fees Related Fees Tax Fees Fees Fees Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

January 4, 2007 EX-99.L-1

FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4

EXHIBIT L-1 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS TO BE AMENDED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS TO REMAIN UNCHANGED Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.M

COMPARISON OF CURRENT AND PROPOSED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS REGARDING INDUSTRY CONCENTRATION (SEE PROPOSAL 4)

EXHIBIT M COMPARISON OF CURRENT AND PROPOSED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS REGARDING INDUSTRY CONCENTRATION (SEE PROPOSAL 4) Fund Name Current Fundamental Concentration Restriction Proposed Fundamental Concentration Restriction Mutual Financial Services Fund [The Fund may not]: Invest more than 25% of the value of its assets in a particular industry (except that U.

December 8, 2006 EX-99

A COMPARISON OF GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS

EXHIBIT J A COMPARISON OF GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS This Exhibit compares some of the more significant provisions of the New Declaration with the Current Declarations.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.A

NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP

EXHIBIT A NOMINATING COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP Fund Nominating Committee Members Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.H-2

COMPARISON OF MARYLAND AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW

EXHIBIT H-2 COMPARISON OF MARYLAND AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW The following is only a discussion of certain principal differences between the governing document for each existing Maryland corporation (each an ?Acquired Fund?) and its successor Delaware statutory trust (each an ?Acquiring Trust?), and is not a complete description of the Acquired Funds? and the Acquiring Trusts? governing documents.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.L-2

TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4.

EXHIBIT L-2 TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.O

PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS FOR FRANKLIN TEMPLETON MONEY FUND TRUST

EXHIBIT O PROPOSED RESOLUTIONS FOR FRANKLIN TEMPLETON MONEY FUND TRUST WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees have determined to create an additional class of shares of the Franklin Templeton Money Fund (the “F-T Money Fund”) to be designated as “Class A” shares of the F-T Money Fund; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees wish to provide for the automatic conversion of the F-T Money Fund’s shares designated

December 8, 2006 EX-99.C

BOARDS AND THE FUNDS/SERIES TO BE SUPERVISED BY SUCH BOARDS Funds to be Supervised by Board I

EXHIBIT C BOARDS AND THE FUNDS/SERIES TO BE SUPERVISED BY SUCH BOARDS Funds to be Supervised by Board I Fund and Series Nominees for Board I Franklin California Tax-Free Trustab Independent Board Nominees: Franklin California Insured Tax-Free Income Fund Harris J.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.L-1

FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4

EXHIBIT L-1 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE AMENDED AS DESCRIBED IN PROPOSAL 4 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS TO BE AMENDED FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS TO REMAIN UNCHANGED Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.Q

OUTSTANDING SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT Q OUTSTANDING SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Number of Outstanding Shares Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 PRE 14A

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.)

SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.N-1

FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DISCUSSED IN PROPOSAL 5

EXHIBIT N-1 FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DISCUSSED IN PROPOSAL 5 ELIMINATE ADDRESSED BY THE 1940 ACT OR SEC PREEMPTED BY NSMIA STAFF INTERPRETATIONS Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.I

COMPLEX-WIDE FORM OF AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST [NAME OF FUND] a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted __________; current Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trus

EXHIBIT I COMPLEX-WIDE FORM OF AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST of [NAME OF FUND] a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted ; current Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust adopted .

December 8, 2006 EX-99.S

AUDIT FEE INFORMATION

EXHIBIT S AUDIT FEE INFORMATION Fees Billed by PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP:1 Aggregate Trust Name/ Audit All Other Non-Audit Fiscal year Ended Audit Fees Related Fees Tax Fees Fees Fees Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.P

FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENT MANAGER AND SUB-ADVISER INFORMATION

EXHIBIT P FRANKLIN TEMPLETON INVESTMENT MANAGER AND SUB-ADVISER INFORMATION Fund/Series Investment Manager Sub-Adviser Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.E

AGGREGATE INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION FROM EACH FUND FOR THE 12-MONTH PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT E AGGREGATE INDEPENDENT BOARD MEMBER COMPENSATION FROM EACH FUND FOR THE 12-MONTH PERIOD ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Harris J.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.B-1

NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHARTER (For all Funds except Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc. and Franklin Mutual Recovery Fund)

EXHIBIT B-1 NOMINATING COMMITTEE CHARTER (For all Funds except Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.D

BOARD AND COMMITTEE FEES

EXHIBIT D BOARD AND COMMITTEE FEES The following table identifies the compensation that the Funds pay their Independent Board Members and the number of standing committee meetings held during the most recent fiscal year (for fiscal years ended on or before September 30, 2006).

December 8, 2006 EX-99.H-1

COMPARISON OF MASSACHUSETTS AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW

EXHIBIT H-1 COMPARISON OF MASSACHUSETTS AND DELAWARE GOVERNING INSTRUMENTS AND STATE LAW The following is only a discussion of certain principal differences between the governing documents for each existing Massachusetts business trust (each an ?Acquired Trust?) and its successor Delaware statutory trust (each an ?Acquiring Trust?), and is not a complete description of the Acquired or Acquiring Trusts? governing documents.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.T

AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Adopted October 18, 2004

EXHIBIT T AUDIT COMMITTEE CHARTER FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Adopted October 18, 2004 I.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.F

ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

EXHIBIT F ADDITIONAL EXECUTIVE OFFICERS Name, Year of Birth and Address Position Funds Length of Time Served Sheila Amoroso (1959) One Franklin Parkway San Mateo, CA 94403-1906 Vice President Franklin California Tax-Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.B-2

FRANKLIN MUTUAL SERIES FUND/FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Charter

EXHIBIT B-2 FRANKLIN MUTUAL SERIES FUND/FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee Charter This Charter has been adopted by the Board of Directors of Franklin Mutual Series Fund Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.N-2

TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DISCUSSED IN PROPOSAL 5

EXHIBIT N-2 TEXT OF FUNDAMENTAL INVESTMENT RESTRICTIONS RECOMMENDED TO BE ELIMINATED AS DISCUSSED IN PROPOSAL 5 Mortgaging, Pledging or Hypothecating Fundamental Investment Restriction Recommended to be Eliminated (The Fund may not?) Fund Mortgage or pledge any of its assets, except that borrowing for temporary or emergency purposes may be made in the amount up to 5% of the total asset value.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.R

PRINCIPAL HOLDER OF SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006

EXHIBIT R PRINCIPAL HOLDER OF SHARES AS OF NOVEMBER 30, 2006 Fund Name/Class Name and Address of Account Share Amount Percentage (%) Franklin California Tax Free Income Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.U

VOTES NECESSARY TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL

EXHIBIT U VOTES NECESSARY TO APPROVE THE PROPOSAL Proposal Fund Vote Needed Proposal 1 – To elect a Board of All Funds Plurality (voting by Fund as a whole) Trustees/Directors Proposal 2 – To approve Franklin California Tax-Free Income The affirmative vote of the lesser of an Agreement and Plan of Fund, Inc.

December 8, 2006 EX-99.G

FORM OF AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION

EXHIBIT G FORM OF AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF REORGANIZATION This Agreement and Plan of Reorganization (?Agreement?) is made as of this day of , 2007 by and between , a [Massachusetts business trust/Maryland corporation] (the ?Fund?), and , a Delaware statutory trust (the ?DE Trust?) (the Fund and the DE Trust are hereinafter collectively referred to as the ?parties?).

December 8, 2006 EX-99.K

SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted January 31, 2003; Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust

Exhibit K SECOND AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT AND DECLARATION OF TRUST of FRANKLIN MUTUAL RECOVERY FUND a Delaware Statutory Trust (Original Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted January 31, 2003; Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust was adopted May 8, 2003; Second Amended and Restated Agreement and Declaration of Trust adopted .

January 2, 2003 N-8A/A

N-8A/A

U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM N-8A AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO NOTIFICATION OF REGISTRATION FILED PURSUANT TO SECTION 8(a) OF THE INVESTMENT COMPANY ACT OF 1940 The undersigned investment company hereby notifies the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission that it is amending and adopting as its own the notification of registration of Templeton Developing Markets Trust,

June 27, 2002 EX-99.(14)(A)

EX-99.(14)(A)

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS We hereby consent (i) to the use in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust (the "Registration Statement") of our report dated January 31, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the December 31, 2001 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Developing Markets Trust, which appear in such Registration Statement, and (ii) to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement of our report dated April 26, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the March 31, 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Emerging Markets Appreciation Fund, Inc.

June 27, 2002 N-14AE/A

N-14AE/A

As filed June 27, 2002 Securities Act File No. 333-89402 U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [X] Pre-Effective Amendment No. 1 [X] Post-Effective Amendment No. [ ] (Check appropriate box or boxes) Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 500 East Broward Blvd. For

June 10, 2002 EX-99.14(A)

EX-99.14(A)

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS We hereby consent (i) to the use in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust (the "Registration Statement") of our report dated January 31, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the December 31, 2001 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Developing Markets Trust, which appear in such Registration Statement, and (ii) to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement of our report dated April 26, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the March 31, 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Vietnam and Southeast Asia Fund, Inc.

June 10, 2002 N-14AE

N-14AE

As filed June 10, 2002 Securities Act File No. 33- U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 X - Pre-Effective Amendment No. Post-Effective Amendment No. (Check appropriate box or boxes) Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 500 East Broward Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL

May 30, 2002 EX-99.14.A

EX-99.14.A

CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS We hereby consent (i) to the use in this Registration Statement on Form N-14 of Templeton Developing Markets Trust (the "Registration Statement") of our report dated January 31, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the December 31, 2001 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Developing Markets Trust, which appear in such Registration Statement, and (ii) to the incorporation by reference in this Registration Statement of our report dated April 26, 2002, relating to the financial statements and financial highlights which appears in the March 31, 2002 Annual Report to Shareholders of Templeton Emerging Markets Appreciation Fund, Inc.

May 30, 2002 N-14AE

N-14AE

As filed May 30, 2002 Securities Act File No. 33- U.S. SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM N-14 REGISTRATION STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES ACT OF 1933 [X] Pre-Effective Amendment No. Post-Effective Amendment No. (Check appropriate box or boxes) Templeton Developing Markets Trust (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) 500 East Broward Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL

March 21, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Templeton Vietnam and Southeast Asia Fund, Inc.

March 20, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 Subject Company: Templeton Emerging Markets Appreciation Fund, Inc.

March 20, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Templeton Vietnam and Southeast Asia Fund, Inc.

March 20, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Templeton Vietnam and Southeast Asia Fund, Inc.

March 20, 2002 425

425

TEA Q and A filed under TDMT Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 Subject Company: Templeton Emerging Markets Appreciation Fund, Inc.

March 19, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 Subject Company: Templeton Emerging Markets Appreciation Fund, Inc.

March 19, 2002 425

425

Filing by Templeton Developing Markets Trust Pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act of 1933 and deemed filed pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Subject Company: Templeton Vietnam and Southeast Asia Fund, Inc.

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