Asia's media powerhouses form consortium to drive environmental and social change

Star Media Group (SMG) chief executive officer Chan Seng Fatt delivering his opening remarks during the Asia ESG Positive Impact Consortium launch in Kuala Lumpur, June 20, 2024. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: With a collective reach of over 123 million people, three regional media powerhouses are joining forces to form the Asia ESG Positive Impact Consortium (A-EPIC), the first of its kind in Asia.

Comprising Star Media Group, Indonesia’s Media Group of Kompas Gramedia (KG Media) and the Inquirer Group of Companies, the three influential media partners are joining hands to promote progressive environmental, socio-economic and governance commitments for future prosperity across the region.