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Indonesia and the Philippines contributed bulk of US$6.3 billion green investment hike in Southeast Asia
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There are few to no companies immune to climate risks today. This is forcing organisations to rethink business plans to weather climate-related shocks. Early action and a future-focused corporate purpose could spare enterprises from the worst that lies ahead.
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Asia’s sustainability heads foresee some relief from reporting burdens this year, but articulating the financial value of social, biodiversity and climate-related impacts, engaging suppliers and staying ahead of regulations will keep them busy.
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Life insurer Prudential makes key APAC appointments with revamp of sustainability strategy
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