Conference offers opportunity to learn vital ESG strategies

The Asia ESG Summit 2025 will convene regional leaders to advance sustainability agendas. Pictured: A scene from the Star ESG Summit 2024 where PwC Malaysia social impact, sustainability and climate change director Malar Odayappan was delivering her presentation.—AZMAN GHANI/The Star

PETALING JAYA: Asia is facing growing problems such as water shortages, rising temperatures, damaged ecosystems and social inequality. But these challenges also create chances for positive change.

Across the region, people in government, business and communities are beginning to focus more on balancing economic growth with environmental and social needs.