ICGN 30th Anniversary Conference – Asia

As part of its 30th Anniversary celebrations, the International Corporate Governance Network (ICGN) is hosting a conference in Tokyo, Japan, on 4-5 March 2025. The event will bring together corporate leaders, investors, and policymakers to discuss key developments in corporate governance, stewardship, and sustainable value creation.
 
As a proud sponsor of the conference, SquareWell Partners ("SquareWell"), the parent company of AQTION, is pleased to be part of these discussions. Hosted by Japan Exchange Group / Tokyo Stock Exchange, the conference will feature insights from regulators, corporate leaders, and institutional investors on the evolving governance landscape in Asia and globally.

The agenda will cover:

• Governance & Stewardship Policy: Regulatory updates and emerging governance standards.
• Corporate Governance in Japan: Progress on governance reforms and shareholder engagement.
• Board Effectiveness: Strengthening board diversity, independence, and leadership succession.
• Sustainability Ratings & Regulation: The role of ESG data providers and evolving regulations.
• Protecting Shareholder Rights: AGM best practices and regulatory shifts impacting investor protections.
• The Future of Sustainability Reporting: How companies are adapting ESG targets and disclosures.
• Shareholder Activism & Governance Reform: The growing influence of activist investors in Asia.
• Best Practices in Investor Stewardship: Evolving expectations and collaborative engagement models.
• Artificial Intelligence & Corporate Oversight: AI’s impact on corporate strategy, governance, and risk management.

SquareWell Partner Ali Saribas will join the discussions on investor stewardship, reinforcing the firm’s commitment to advancing corporate governance best practices.

ICGN’s 30th Anniversary Conference provides an opportunity for governance professionals, investors, and companies to exchange perspectives on key issues shaping the future of corporate governance and stewardship. AQTION is proud to take part in this event and looks forward to the conversations in Tokyo.

For more information on the agenda and key sessions, visit the ICGN website.