International standards could be more explicit in articulating expectations on diversity and inclusion practices.
May 28, 2022MAS managing director Ravi Menon addressed concerns that a revised scoring system for employment pass applicants could impede hiring by Singapore FIs.
May 21, 2022The SEC said having women represented on the board is a good corporate governance practice and more listed companies should strive to achieve greater boardroom diversity.
April 29, 2022At least 40 percent of the board, and at least one senior position, should be held by women. Disclosures requirements apply for accounting periods starting 1 April 2022.
April 22, 2022An FSA task force is discussing new rules that would require listed companies to disclose their ratios of women in managerial positions.
March 15, 2022The UNDP and SEC will co-create a web-based tool to help listed companies measure and manage their impact on the SDGs, among other tools.
February 10, 2022Annual reports will have to be filed at least 7 days before shareholder meetings. The quality of sustainability disclosures will also be improved.
November 30, 2021The FSC is requiring listed companies to include ESG information including data on GHG emissions and workplace diversity in annual reports.
November 19, 2021The guidance has been published to help listed companies prepare for TCFD-aligned climate change reporting, which will become mandatory in Hong Kong by 2025.
November 8, 2021FSA to replace the ‘comply or explain’ model to help tackle climate change and give investors more insight on leading companies.
September 6, 2021