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KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities Commission (SC) is exploring ways to enable companies apply the Maqasid al syariah aspirations and principles in their products and services besides having better environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. Read full story
SEPTEMBER 3 — In October 2023, the Ministry of International Trade and Industry introduced the i-ESG framework to establish environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. The framework is designed to accelerate the country’s progress towards sustainable development goals by facilitating the adoption of sustainable practices among manufacturing companies. The i-ESG framework specifically targets the local…
LONDON: One of the most contentious investing strategies on Wall Street might be a lot less beleaguered right now if its defenders had shown a bit more moderation from the get-go, says Kyle Bass. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR: RHB Bank Bhd’s subsidiary, RHB Insurance Bhd has introduced Malaysia’s first environmental, social, and governance (ESG) Incentive Scheme for SMEs, offering financial rewards to encourage sustainable practices and bolster business resilience. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR: The Sustainable Finance Institute Asia (SFIA) has appointed STACS ESGpedia, a leading provider of ESG data and technology solutions in Asia, as the official ESG platform partner for the Single AccessPoint for ESG Data (SAFE) Initiative. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR: The Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) has reinforced its commitment to sustainable investment by pledging to increase its focus on transition assets to RM20 billion. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 6): The Retirement Fund Inc (KWAP) has reinforced its commitment to sustainable investment by pledging to increase its focus on transition assets…
GEORGE TOWN: The Small and Medium Enterprises Association of Malaysia (SAMENTA) will intensify its efforts to assist small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the country, in improving their compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards. Its president Datuk William Ng said many SMEs still struggle with meeting these essential standards, which are crucial for…
PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce and Industry (MICCI) has announced its commitment on driving environmental, social and governance (ESG) adoption among the business community in Malaysia. Read full story
KUALA LUMPUR (July 26): Top Glove Corporation Bhd (KL:TOPGLOV) has been upgraded to an “A” in the MSCI ESG Ratings. In a statement on Friday, the…