The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) hosted a seminar on 19 February 2025 on “Governance for Sustainability” to promote good corporate governance as a foundation for listed companies to respond to emerging challenges and create sustainable value across the value chain. The SEC framed corporate governance culture as central to trust in listed companies and the capital market, alongside expectations that companies address social and environmental responsibilities. The SEC highlighted its Corporate Governance Code for listed companies, introduced in 2017, as a principles-based reference for boards to apply within their business context, including stakeholder impacts and sustainability factors when setting direction, objectives and strategy and overseeing execution. It also referenced alignment with the revised G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance published in late 2023, which emphasise the consideration of risk and sustainability factors in business operations. Seminar sessions included discussion on board responsibilities and leadership capabilities for sustainability, and a panel with executives from listed companies on embedding ESG into business processes and corporate culture, including the view that sustainability should be integrated into normal operations rather than treated as a separate burden.
Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission 2025-02-20
Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission hosts governance for sustainability seminar highlighting Corporate Governance Code and ESG integration
The Thailand SEC hosted a seminar on "Governance for Sustainability," emphasizing good corporate governance for listed companies to address challenges and create sustainable value. The SEC highlighted its 2017 Corporate Governance Code and alignment with revised G20/OECD Principles, focusing on risk and sustainability. Discussions included board responsibilities, leadership for sustainability, and integrating ESG into business processes.