More Listed Companies Adopt Board Diversity Policies, Ratio of Female Directors Continues to RiseOutstanding Enterprises Link ESG Performance to Management Remuneration, Leading the Industry to New HeightsWinning Companies Demonstrate Robust Governance Structures, Committed to Creating Long-term Value for All Stakeholders HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 12 December 2025 -Hong Kong has reclaimed its top position in the global initial public offering (IPO) fundraising rankings this year, reaffirming its strength in attracting international capital and solidifying its status as a global fundraising hub. Amidst this, local enterprises continue to strive for excellence. At the Awards Presentation Dinner for the 'Hong Kong Corporate Governance and ESG Excellence Awards 2025', Professor K.C. Chan, Chairman of The Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies (CHKLC), stated, "In the current environment, 'Corporate Governance' (CG) and 'Environmental, Social, and Governance' (ESG) have acquired more profound meaning than ever. Tonight, as we recognise listed companies that have excelled in these two areas, it is a timely demonstration of the corporate responsibility to keep the public interest at heart." He continued, "These award-winning companies are exemplary role models for the industry, dedicated to the well-being of their shareholders, employees, the communities in which they operate, disadvantaged groups, and the environment as a whole." Six Award Categories, with Outstanding Enterprises Honoured for Both CG and ESG As in previous years, the Awards feature six categories: Hang Seng Index Constituent Companies, Hang Seng Composite Index Constituent Companies, Hang Seng China (Hong Kong-listed) 100 Index Constituent Companies, Weighted Voting Rights and Pre-profit Companies, Others & GEM Companies, and Newly-listed Companies. Companies demonstrating outstanding performance in either corporate governance or ESG practices were publicly recognised with an Excellence Award. (Please refer to the Appendix for the full list of winners). This year's list of winners includes both past recipients and first-time awardees, reflecting continuous improvement in CG and ESG strategy and implementation across a growing number of listed companies. Some companies, excelling in both areas, received awards for both Corporate Governance and ESG, demonstrating their equal commitment to both. These companies include China Overseas Land & Investment Limited, China Resources Beer (Holdings) Company Limited, XPeng Inc., and Sino Land Company Limited. Mr Tim Lui, GBS, JP, Chairman of the Judging Panel, noted, "The winning companies have made tremendous efforts on their journey towards excellence in corporate governance and ESG, and in the process, have brought positive outcomes to the business community, the environment, and society." Board Independence and Diversity a Growing Trend, with a Significant Rise in Female Directors The Judging Panel commended the winners of the 'Corporate Governance Excellence Awards' for demonstrating robust and well-established governance structures. Their boards generally exhibit a high degree of independence and have actively adopted diversity policies. More companies have formulated a 'Board Diversity Policy' with some companies showing particularly outstanding performance in board gender diversity, achieving a female director ratio exceeding 50%. Furthermore, all winners have established multiple specialised board committees to perform specific functions, strengthened their risk management and internal control mechanisms, and their independent non-executive directors have also played a crucial role in providing independent perspectives and effective checks and balances. ESG Management Integrated into Core Strategy, with Performance Linked to Management Remuneration In the 'ESG Excellence Awards' category, a common strategic focus among the winning companies was actively addressing climate change and managing their carbon footprints. All winners have voluntarily aligned with international climate-related agreements and set clear timelines for achieving carbon neutrality. Some of the outstanding enterprises have linked ESG performance to the remuneration of their management teams to elevate ESG management standards. Others have extended their influence beyond their own emissions reduction efforts to upstream supply chain partners and the public, deeply integrating the concept of sustainable development into their corporate strategy and daily operations. Dr Kai-Fu Lee, a Global Top 100 AI Leader, Shares Insights on Hong Kong's Future Role The Awards Presentation Dinner...