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Daily Brief ESG: Why Aren’t More AGMs Being Held Online? and more

In today’s briefing:

  • Why Aren’t More AGMs Being Held Online?


Why Aren’t More AGMs Being Held Online?

By Aki Matsumoto

  • “Using digital methods for notice of AGM” benefits both companies and shareholders. Meanwhile, the website—which should contain detailed information—should feature the full set of documents in both Japanese and English.
  • I don’t believe that simply amending the law will lead to an increase in online AGMs that allow shareholders to ask questions and vote.
  • Avoiding opportunities for dialogue with shareholders at the AGM not only means forfeiting those opportunities but also amounts to disregarding the AGM, which is the highest decision-making body.

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