[author: Vera Cherepanova, Studio Etica]
As economies start to reemerge from COVID crisis mode, environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) factors are rising in importance. A global survey conducted by NAVEX Global shows that 67 percent of respondents in the US said their companies would increase focus on ESG factors in 2021.
The current US administration has given significant attention to the ESG-related issues so far. In light of this, the SEC is likely to renew its focus on climate change, its conflict minerals rule, and responsible sourcing in the coming months. Along with the recent implementation of the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation, the signs are that businesses should stay tuned for further developments.
Parliament proceedings updates | March 15, 2021
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Five Bills were set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today.
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Five Bills were set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar makes a statement in the Lok Sabha regarding the recent developments pertaining to the welfare of Indians living abroad, NRIs and PIOs in the COVID-19 situation. He will make a statement in the Rajya Sabha too.
Both Houses saw multiple adjournments on all days of last week as the Opposition demanded a discussion on the rising prices of fuel in the country.
Here are the latest updates: