10 January 2024

Discussed the proxy voting platform project with the objective of coming out with the local version of the proxy voting mechanism as an alternative to the foreign sources’ providers to assist IIC’s members and beyond to vote with informed decisions at annual shareholders’ meetings as well as encourage further transparency in governance.

Discussed on the preparation for the CG Conference 2024 to be held on 5 March 2024.

Cohort 1: Group A

The training was held at the Securities Commission Malaysia and was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training were ESG analysis and valuation Integration as well as ESG-integrated portfolio construction and management.  The training program was a was collaboration between IIC and CMM together with PRI Academy.

(Attended by 25 participants)

Cohort 1: Group B

The training was held at the Securities Commission Malaysia and was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training were ESG analysis and valuation Integration as well as ESG-integrated portfolio construction and management.  The training program was a was collaboration between IIC and CMM together with PRI Academy.

(Attended by 25 participants)

Discussion between senior management of Sime Darby Plantation and members of the IIC primarily focusing on the company’s ESG and sustainability journey and its alignment with Sime Darby’s broader strategic initiatives.  In addition, the discussion also covered various governance-related topics.

The meeting took place at the Headquarter of Sime Darby Plantation Berhad, Ara Damansara.

6 February 2024

Cohort 2: Group A

The training was held at the Securities Commission Malaysia and was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training were ESG analysis and valuation Integration as well as ESG-integrated portfolio construction and management.  The training program was a was collaboration between IIC and CMM together with PRI Academy.

(Attended by 25 participants)

Cohort 2: Group B

The training was held at the Securities Commission Malaysia and was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training were ESG analysis and valuation Integration as well as ESG-integrated portfolio construction and management.  The training program was a was collaboration between IIC and CMM together with PRI Academy.

(Attended by 25 participants)

Venue: Securities Commission

IIC was pleased to host the Corporate Governance Conference on 5 March 2024, which was officiated by the Minister of Finance II. We believed that corporate governance was more than a sustainability pillar – it was the necessary precondition to fully address social and environmental concerns.

The conference brought together institutional investors, company directors, government policymakers, and other stakeholders discussing the challenges and opportunities of investing towards sustainable development.

The conference featured keynote presentations and panel discussions on a range of topics, including:

• The role of institutional investors in promoting sustainability
• Board governance for sustainability
• ESG reporting and disclosure
• Sustainability risks and opportunities

CG CONFERENCE 2024

Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Venue: KWAP

The discussions primarily revolve around several key topics, such as, about Westport’s financial standing amidst recent logistical changes. Other than that, the impact of global crises, like the Red Sea conflict, on Westports operation was addressed. Also, the viability of a land bridge as an alternative route was explored, with considerations for its logistical challenge and cost-effectiveness compared to existing maritime routes.

Time: 9:30 am – 11:00 am

Venue: KWAP

Time: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Venue: KWAP

The engagement session between IIC and Top Glove Corporation Berhad (TG) focused on TG’s sustainability efforts, corporate governance, human rights, and diversity initiatives.

The session covered their ambitious ESG targets, corporate governance, and responses to queries about the impact of EV transitions, sustainability targets for Pos Malaysia, and emission reduction strategies.

The training was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training was The Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) Framework, In-depth analysis of climate risk, including practical examples and real-world case studies, Net Zero and Sustainable Finance, and Data and Trends on Social Issues and Biodiversity

Joint venture between IIC and S&P Global.

(Attended by 18 participants)

Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am

The discussions centered on critical issues such as net-zero carbon emissions, renewable energy, the Waste-to-Energy (WTE) plant, financial performance & sustainability—topics of utmost importance in the collective pursuit of a more sustainable future.

The meeting focused on reviewing and updating the progress of IIC activities for the year 2024. Key topics included an assessment of the initiatives undertaken so far, as well as in-depth discussions on strategies and plans for the remaining year.

The committee also explored prospective activities aimed at advancing the objectives of the IIC, ensuring continued alignment with the organization’s mission and goals.

The training was exclusively available for IIC members.  The main area of focus during the training was Key Trends Observed during Malaysian Proxy Voting in 2024. Comparing Trends with the Broader Southeast Asian Market, and Overview of Global Stewardship and Governance Trends from the 2024 AGM Season.

Joint venture between IIC and Glass Lewis.

(Attended by 22 participants)

Key issues discussed by the IIC included AMMB’s readiness to commit to sustainability and net zero targets. The committee also inquired about the bank’s collaboration with Pantas on developing climate solutions.

Attended by 11 Representatives from IIC.

The discussion centered on Bursa’s plans for the future, including its strategic roadmap, sustainability efforts, DEI initiatives, and corporate governance. Bursa aims to enhance its traditional capital market, become a multi-asset exchange, and promote sustainability. It also seeks to improve corporate performance and drive shareholder activism through initiatives like the Catalyst Fund and Shape-up Programme.

(Attended by 23 participants)

Time: 3:30 pm – 5:00pm

Event: Malaysia Digital Infrastructure Ecosystem 2024

Date: 16 October 2024 (Wednesday)

Time: 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm

Venue: KWAP Auditorium, Level 36, Integra Tower, The Intermark, Kuala Lumpur

Speaker: Tan Tze Meng, Head of Digital Infrastructure Department, MDEC