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We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. By closing this message, you consent to our cookies on this device in accordance with our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Influencing policy through ICGN Principles, the investor-led global standard for governance and stewardship. Convening global meetings for senior governance professionals for unrivalled networking opportunities, knowledge sharing and collaboration. Enhancing professionalism in governance and stewardship practice through information and education.    Led by investors responsible for assets under management in excess of $US 54 trillion, ICGN is a leading authority on global standards of corporate governance and investor stewardship. We promote high standards of professional practice among companies and investors alike in their pursuit of long-term value creation contributing to sustainable economies worldwide communicated by the ICGN Global Governance Principles and Global Stewardship Principles. ICGN Publishes Latest Viewpoint: The Board of Directors Climate Change Today ICGN releases its latest Viewpoint on The Board of Directors Climate Change, examining how companies and investors can engage on climate change whilst also managing the systemic risk of COVID-19.   Download Viewpoint ICGN Comment Letter to the IAASB on Proposed Guidance: EER Assurance ICGN recognises that the sometimes subjective nature of information in EER reporting poses professional challenges for auditors and assurers but it is important to continue to make improvements here and raise professional standards where possible to build greater credibility and encourage greater use of EER.  Download Letter ICGN Membership Consultation: Benefits Fees The ICGN invites comments from Members to help inform the prioritization of a series of new membership benefits, alongside a proposal to increase annual membership subscription fees. Please respond by 31 July 2020. View consultation ICGN Global Governance Principles Consultation The ICGN Global Governance Principles (GGP) serve as ICGN's primary standard for well-governed companies. As part of our normal 3-4 year cycle to review the GGP we have begun the first round of member consultation. Please submit your comments by 15th September 2020. View Consultation ICGN Response to the European Commission consultation on Non-Financial Reporting Directive ICGN’s core policy priorities is to seek transparency through better reporting, audit and metrics. Non-financial reporting, including reporting on environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors has become a major focus for ICGN members, particularly for investors seeking to integrate ESG factors into the investment and stewardship process. ICGN’s consultation response to the EC NFRD consultation builds on our position on ESG reporting. Download Letter ICGN Launches COVID-19 Webinar Series: The Evolving Social Contract between Business, Stakeholders and Society Following the publication of ICGN’s Statement on Shared Governance Responsibilities in April 2020, ICGN is pleased to present a series of webinars taking place in June and July to address some of the major issues arising from the Covid-19 pandemic. More Information ICGN Issues Statement on Racial Discrimination The murderous death of George Floyd and the ensuing protests in cities across the United States and around the globe provide a stark demonstration of what it means to ignore inequality, human rights and the fundamental lack of justice and fairness in society. Investment institutions and companies cannot divorce themselves from this social and historical context.  Download Statement COVID-19 and Executive Remuneration In these unprecedented times, there is an opportunity for boards to demonstrate their understanding of long-term value creation that balances the needs of investors, employees, suppliers and preserves the safety of customers and reputation of the business alike. This Viewpoint focuses on  immediate questions relating to executive pay that are of particular relevance in light of the current public health crisis.  Download Viewpoint ICGN Guidance on Anti-Corruption Practices ICGN latest guidance on anti-corruption practicesEstablishing the importance of combating bribery and corruption and setting out investor expectations.  Download Guidance ICGN Statement of Shared Governance Responsibilities During Covid-19 Pandemic ICGN's letter to corporate leaders during the COVID-19 pandemic to share our perspective on governance priorities for companies and investors alike. Download Letter ICGN Response to HKEx WVR Consultation ICGN welcomes the opportunity to comment on the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEx) consultation on Corporate weighted voting rights. Download Letter ICGN comment on German COVID-19 Act ICGN shares our thoughts on changes in Germany company law that have recently been implemented with regard to the impact of the COVID-19 crisis on shareholder meetings and the implications for shareholder rights. Download Letter ICGN Viewpoint on AGMs during the COVID-19 health emergency - Updated April 27th The Global Network of Investor Associations (GNIA) provide comparative updates on how the COVID-19 Crisis is affecting individual markets. These updates demonstrate the diverse impacts and how these relate to local legal and regulatory frameworks. Download Viewpoint COVID 19 and Capital allocation In July 2019 ICGN published a Viewpoint report on capital allocation, clearly this 2019 Viewpoint did not anticipate the COVID 19 crisis or its subsequent impact on societies,economies and individual businesses. However, COVID 19 has since heightened the visibility of capital allocation as a critical governance issue, particularly as it is creating severe pressures on companies and forcing important and difficult capital related decisions. Download Viewpoint Endorse ICGN Global Stewardship Principles Investec Asset Management is the latest ICGN Member to publicly endorse our Global Stewardship Principles. Over 40 investors from around the world are listed on the ICGN website to signify joint standards of stewardship policies and practices. View ICGN GSP Endorsers

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