HONG KONG SAR – October 24, 2025: The International Chamber of Sustainable Development (ICSD) and the Hong Kong Public Administration Association (HKPAA) jointly convened the APAC ESG Forum 2025, titled “The Impacts of ESG on Business and Government: An Asia-Pacific Perspective,” at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The landmark event coincided with ICSD’s 5th anniversary and HKPAA’s 35th anniversary, marking a milestone in their shared commitment to advancing sustainable governance and responsible business practices.
Bringing together distinguished thought leaders from across the region, the forum explored how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks are reshaping corporate strategy, public administration, and policy development.
Regional Expert Line-up
The event featured an impressive roster of speakers, including:
- Professor Carlos Lo (Hong Kong) – Director, Centre for Business Sustainability, CUHK: “Sustainability Indices: Business ESG and Beyond.”
- Professor Ryan S. Song (South Korea) – Kyung Hee University: “A Regulatory Crossroads: Korea, Double Materiality, and the Future of ESG Accountability.”
- Professor Ram Kumar Mishra (India) – Former Director, Institute of Public Enterprise: “Government Strategies in Achieving SDGs in India.”
- Ms. Hardini Kusumadewi (Indonesia) – Ministry of Health: “ESG-Driven Digital Health Innovation: Lessons from Robotic Tele-Surgery Adoption in Indonesia.”
- Dr. Sabrina Luk (Singapore) – Nanyang Technological University: “Harnessing Digital Technology to Create a Sustainable City: The Singapore Model.”
- Dr. William Yu (Hong Kong) – Founder & CEO, World Green Organisation: “The Influence of AI and Geopolitical Talent Management on ESG.”
Championing Regional Sustainability
Dr. Angus Yip, Founding Chairman of ICSD, emphasized the forum’s relevance:
“In today’s rapidly changing economic and political environment, integrating ESG principles is essential for business and government alike. This forum offers critical insights into how Asia-Pacific economies can adapt to ensure long-term sustainability.”
Professor Peter Fong, President of HKPAA, highlighted the event’s practical outcomes:
“Understanding ESG’s impact on both public and private sectors is key to achieving sustainable growth. Through this forum, we aim to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and best practices across the region.”
Forum Highlights
The half-day program (9:00 AM – 12:15 PM) featured keynote presentations, networking sessions, and an interactive panel discussion moderated by Professor Peter Fong and Dr. Alice Te, Vice President of HKPAA. Participants also earned a 3-hour Continuing Professional Development (CPD) certificate, underscoring the event’s professional value.
