As Asia introduces mandatory sustainability reporting regimes this year against a backdrop of an evolving global regulatory environment, the pace of sustainability progress is something that PwC Australia’s Justin Tan FCCA watches with a keen eye. In our interview this month, Tan – a director in sustainability reporting and assurance – stresses the importance of ensuring clients understand the value of their climate-related actions.
In our business section, we ask how businesses can communicate their sustainability initiatives, with advice from a strategic communications expert on getting your message across to stakeholders in a few simple steps. You’ll also find an article for practitioners on how firms in Asia are rapidly expanding their sustainability capabilities to meet demand from clients that seek support for their businesses that goes beyond compliance and reporting.
Elsewhere, we find out how Hong Kong SAR has made a comeback as Asia’s leading financial centre and IPO powerhouse. But rival bourses in mainland China are proving attractive for CFOs looking to raise capital. We also find out how Asia is pushing ahead with cryptocurrency regulation as Hong Kong SAR becomes an early mover and implements a stablecoin licensing regime that heralds its digital finance credentials.
Our article on how to foster an AI culture considers why corporate leaders have to understand the value of emerging tech so that organisations can unlock opportunities such as improving customer experience and finding new growth avenues. We get some tips on best practice.
More support is on offer in our careers section, with a CPD article on why emotional intelligence matters. In an era of digital prowess, managing emotions in the workplace has taken a back seat, but learning to reinvent yourself and stay relevant is more important than ever. As we head into September and the start of an academic year, it might be an opportune moment to learn how to make the most of your emotions.
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