The review will assess whether the whistleblowing framework is operating effectively, meeting its original objectives, and adequately protecting whistleblowers.
March 29, 2023The changes will ease the burden on SMEs, enhance executive responsibility over accounting controls, and triple whistleblower rewards.
October 12, 2022Amended corporate governance code and listing rules will require firms to ensure board independence, refreshment, and diversity from 1 January 2022.
December 13, 2021Protecting whistleblowers' identities will be the FRC's highest priority. It will not share any personal information to outside parties unless it is "legally obliged to do so".
December 6, 2021The revisions allow for foreign regulators to sign a regulatory cooperation agreement or memorandum with the State Council if they wish to access audit work papers.
October 28, 2021From 1 August, SGX RegCo will be able to issue public reprimands, require issuers to comply with specified conditions, and demand director resignations.
June 25, 2021The new code seeks to enhance board independence, promote board diversity, and increase attention on sustainability and ESG issues.
June 17, 2021The proposals enhance corporate governance standards in the areas of corporate culture, director independence, diversity, and ESG disclosures and standards.
April 19, 2021The OECD says each jurisdiction should implement a national strategy to deal with lawyers, notaries, accountants, and FIs that facilitate tax evasion, bribery and corruption.
February 27, 2021