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China Medical System (867.HK) S&P Global CSA Score Achieved Significant Improvement, Leading the Industry Globally

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SHENZHEN, CHINA, Nov 18, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Recently, the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (S&P Global CSA) released the 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) scores for China Medical System Holdings Limited ("CMS" or the "Group"). CMS achieved a significant improvement with a score of 53 in 2022 from 36 in 2021, surpassing 92% of the global peers and being significantly ahead of the industry average. This result shows the Company's outstanding achievement from its active integration of ESG governance into strategic development and daily operation.S&P Global CSA is the global leading assessment tool of corporate sustainability practices initiated by S&P Global. S&P Global CSA provides comprehensive evaluation on corporate sustainability performance, and the Group's identification and management abilities of potential opportunities and challenges by considering factors, such as corporate economy and governance, environment protection, and social responsibility. S&P Global CSA has been regarded, by stakeholders, as one of the most important references for making business or investment decisions.Based on a well-est...

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ARMA International and RIMPA Global Announce Formation of an International Consortium to be Voice of Information Governance Globally

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Nashville, TN, Oct 19, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - This past April ARMA International announced a Global Partnership with the Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA Global), the longest serving peak body for industry practitioners in the southern hemisphere to better serve the information management profession worldwide. The global partnership between these two leading worldwide organizations provides many benefits to their collective 7,000 members who now have the opportunity for joint membership in both organizations; access to reciprocal resources including communities and professional development, education, and certifications; and advocacy for the information management and information governance profession. Together the two organizations are working together to provide a unique perspective on global information issues."Through this relationship we have begun the formation of an international consortium to be voice of information governance globally. This new body is vital to Advocate for the industry and Build a Global Community for the Information Management Profession. By bolstering thought leadership, supporting the career advance...

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HKIoD joins Climate Governance Initiative and launches CGI Hong Kong Chapter

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HONG KONG, Sep 26, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Hong Kong Institute of Directors ("HKIoD") announced at the Directors' Conference 2022 that it has joined the Climate Governance Initiative ("CGI") and launched the CGI Hong Kong Chapter ("CGI HK").CGI is a global initiative the World Economic Forum started in 2019, with the aim of encouraging boards worldwide to address climate change issues in their businesses. It upholds eight principles: 1. climate accountability on boards, 2. command of the subject, 3. board structure, 4. material risk and opportunity assessment, 5. strategic integration, 6. incentivisation, 7. reporting and disclosure, and 8. exchange.Dr Moses Cheng, Honorary President and Founding Chairman of HKIoD, GBM, GBS, OBE, JP, said, "Climate risks will seriously affect sustainable development of the human society and corporate environment, and their impacts on the survival and shareholder value of enterprises are even harder to predict. Thus, tackling climate change is a matter of urgency for the human society. At the helm of sustainable development of their corporations, directors are duty-bound and crucial to leading climate governance actions. HKIoD ...

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SMOORE International Wins 5 All-Asia Executive Team Awards in Institutional Investor including Most Honored Company

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HONG KONG, Jun 23, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The world's largest manufacturer of vaping device - SMOORE International Holdings Limited ("SMOORE" or the "Company", collectively referred to as the "Group" with its subsidiaries, stock code: 6969.HK) announced its recognition as the "Most Honored Company" and the third place in the consumer sector among 138 nominated consumer companies in the 2022 Asia (ex-Japan) Executive Team Ranking, which was released by Institutional Investor, a prominent financial magazine worldwide. SMOORE also won several awards in categories, including No.2 in Best ESG, No.3 in Best CFO, No.2 in Best IR Program, and No.2 in Best IR Professional. Institutional Investor was founded by Gilbert E.Kaplan in New York in 1967. It is a world leader in corporate governance and IR research. Institutional Investor LLC is part of the Euromoney Institutional Investor PLC Group, which is listed on the London Stock Exchange and a member of the FTSE 250 share index. For over 50 years, Institutional Investor has recognized people and firms for excellence. Every year, buy-side analysts, portfolio managers and sell-side analysts from global top financial institut...

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ARMA International Forms Global Partnership With The Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia

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LEE'S SUMMIT, MO and BURLEIGH HEADS, AU, Apr 8, 2022 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - ARMA International (www.arma.org), the world's leading membership organization serving professionals who manage and govern information assets and the Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIMPA) (www.rimpa.com.au/), the longest serving peak body for industry practitioners in the southern hemisphere announced today a Global Partnership to better serve the information management profession worldwide.The global partnership between these two leading worldwide organizations will provide many benefits to their collective 7,000 members who will now have the opportunity for joint membership in both organizations; access to reciprocal resources including communities and professional development, education and certifications; and advocacy for the information management and information governance profession. Together the two organizations will work together to provide a unique perspective on global information issues."Increasing the influence of the organization in the information management profession globally is a key strategic goal put forth by the ARMA Board of Directors. A pa...

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Eisai Receives the Tokyo Governor Prize for Corporate Governance of the Year 2021

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TOKYO, Feb 1, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. announced today that it was selected as the winner of the Tokyo Governor Prize for Corporate Governance of the Year 2021, which is an award program organized by the Japan Association of Corporate Directors (JACD). The award ceremony was held on January 31, 2022.Left: Mr. Eiichiro Kodama: Director General for Global Financial City Strategy, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Right: Haruo Naito: CEO, "Eisai" The awards have been established to recognize the companies which have achieved and maintained the medium to long term profitability by implementing good corporate governance, since 2015. Among the eligible companies for selection of the Corporate Governance of the Year 2021, the Tokyo Governor Prize goes to a company which has excellent corporate governance and also practices ESG activities such as environmental activities, women empowerment, initiatives for diversity and work style reforms. Commenting on the reason for selecting Eisai, Mr. Eiichiro Kodama, Director General for Global Financial City Strategy, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning, Tokyo Metropolit...

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Fujitsu Establishes AI Ethics and Governance Office to Ensure the Safe and Secure Deployment of AI and Leading-edge Technologies in Society

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TOKYO, Jan 28, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced the decision to establish a new organization to strengthen its governance of AI ethics.Building and maintaining trust remains central to all of Fujitsu's business activities, forming the basis of its Purpose--"to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation." To realize the vision of a sustainable world through its global business brand "FUJITSU Uvance" which focuses on the solution of social issues, both services and technologies as well as trust in the Fujitsu Group will play an essential role.In March 2019, Fujitsu formulated the "Fujitsu Group AI Commitment" to create greater value for customers and society while honoring its promise to deliver safe, secure, and transparent AI technology. With this commitment as a point of departure, in September 2019 Fujitsu further established the "Fujitsu Group External Advisory Committee on AI Ethics" to ensure an objective evaluation of Fujitsu's AI ethics framework by an impartial third party. Since then, Fujitsu has continuously and proactively worked to enhance its corporate governance to enforce the principles of ...

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Sasseur REIT Wins Highly Esteemed Corporate Excellence and Resilience Award at Singapore Corporate Awards and Two Awards at The Global Good Governance Awards

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SINGAPORE, Nov 22, 2021 – (ACN Newswire) – Sasseur Asset Management Pte. Ltd. (“SAMPL”), the manager of Sasseur Real Estate Investment Trust (“Sasseur REIT”), is pleased to announce that Sasseur REIT has clinched three awards in November: the highly esteemed Corporate Excellence and Resilience Award at the Singapore Corporate Awards (“SCA”) 2020/2021 (Special Edition) held on 17 November 2021, Best Governed and Transparent Company (Gold) and Best Corporate Communications & Investor Relations (Gold) at the Global Good Governance Awards(TM) held on 16 November 2021. Ms Cecilia Tan, CEO of SAMPL, said, “We are extremely delighted and gratified to receive this highly esteemed Singapore Corporate Awards. This year’s award is a special edition where it specifically recognises winning companies’ efforts in upholding best practices in corporate governance and demonstrating leadership, innovation and resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic. For Sasseur REIT, this award carries great significance. Faced with unprecedented challenges in the business environment brought about by the pandemic since early 2020, we remained steadfast in the midst of high levels of uncertainty and disruption, ...

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Corinium Presents CDAO Deep Dive ASEAN Online: Data Innovation

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Singapore, Oct 14, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Corinium is globally renowned for our leading face-to-face conferences and market research, and most recently the best real-time digital learning opportunities. We are now launching our Chief Data and Analytics Officer (CDAO) Deep Dive ASEAN series taking a closer look at the topics requested by the Southeast Asian data community.We will be bringing you incredible insights from the region's leading data experts, and you can watch them whenever and wherever you want, for free! Our Data Innovation Online Deep Dive will address the latest in driving data initiatives to growth business, converting traditional infrastructure, getting the most value out of data, implementing successful intelligence programmes, what risks should be taken with investments, building strategic data partnerships, and more.Join us, 24th November, and learn from the most successful data and analytics leaders and explore the strategic issues that matter to you!2021 Key Themes: - How to Modernise Data Governance & Management to Match Business Objectives Adapting to the latest challenges and understanding the way your enterprise-wide data governance ...

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The GBA Hires Washington, DC Lobby Firm Rulon & White Governance Strategies

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Washington, D.C., Jun 2, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - The Government Blockchain Association, (GBA), announces that they have retained the services of Rulon & White Governance Strategies et al to help the public and private sector connect, communicate, and collaborate through blockchain to solve public sector challenges.The GBA is building a network of public-sector professionals at the local, state, national, and global levels. With members in over 500 government offices around the world, this network is using blockchain technologies to serve their constituents globally.Working with private sector innovators, the GBA is developing solutions connected through a government business blockchain platform (GBBP). By involving people through chapters, working groups, and communities, new ideas can meet real solutions. Blockchain solutions then plug into the interoperable blockchain platform, revolutionizing how governance works.Rulon & White Governance Strategies (RWGS) represents an array of corporations, non-profits, and government organizations in Washington, DC. RWGS has specific policy experience across multiple disciplines including Blockchain, Cryptocurrency, F...

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Plethori Is Offering Investment Opportunities into Leading Insurance, NFT, and Oracle Sectors

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London, UK, May 31, 2021 - (ACN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - Plethori, a cryptocurrency ETF investment platform, is offering investment opportunities into leading Insurance, NFT, and Oracle sectors.In the crypto world, investment opportunities are plenty, but can appear scattered and complex. Plethori plans to help solve this problem. As crypto becomes more mainstream, emerging projects are combining the best of the traditional and decentralized markets in order to offer the greatest investment opportunities to serious investors. One such company is Plethori, a one-of-a-kind cross-chain investment platform built on the Ethereum and Polkadot blockchains. Their goal: to deliver Cryptocurrency Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) to the masses via their platforms.Plethori is a Cryptocurrency ETF Investment Platform that allows the open trading and creation of trustless ETFs by utilizing blockchain technology and layer 2 solutions. The service will allow investors to deposit capital in the form of PLE tokens and invest in a wide range of ETFs enabling investment into entire industries in cryptocurrency such as insurance, oracles, NFTs, Derivatives, Polkadot ecosystem projects, and many more.T...

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Investors should look at how companies are run

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When it comes to choosing stocks, most investors use traditional financial metrics such as earnings, return on equity and net asset value. Some might look at charts while others use a combination of fundamentals and technical indicators. It is about time retail investors looked at another important aspect - the company's corporate governance. This is because companies that are well governed tend to perform better than those with weak or poor governance. A research paper, "Good governance driving corporate performance?" by Deloitte and Nyenrode Business University, found there is conclusive evidence that good governance variables - namely, board independence, diversity, remuneration, characteristics of the chief executive officer, oversight and ownership structure - are all important in enhancing corporate performance. In 2017, a Boston Consulting Group study noted: "An analysis of more than 300 of the world's largest pharmaceutical, consumer goods, oil and gas, banking and tech companies found that those with more ethical operations... make bigger profits and are more highly valued than competitors." In that same year, a Singapore Management University study noted that the Singapor...