Is a Checklist Enough to Promote Shareholder Activism?

Devanesan Evanson, Chief Executive Officer, Minority Shareholders' Watch Group

06-Feb-20 08:45

Is a Checklist Enough to Promote Shareholder Activism?

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The Securities Commission Malaysia has put out a checklist for shareholders to promote dialogue with their board of directors, during Annual General Meetings. Among issues to be engaged are sustainability and anti-corruption measures. Devanesan Evanson, CEO of Minority Shareholders' Watch Group shares his thoughts on the new guidelines.

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Tags: shareholders, MSWG, activism, checklist,

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