12 KENANGA INVESTMENT BANK BERHAD SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2023 ABOUT THIS REPORT WE ARE KENANGA LEADERSHIP STATEMENTS SUSTAINABILITY AT KENANGA LOOKING FORWARD EXPANDING THE VISION 2023 has been an enlightening year, marked by significant advancements in ESG reporting standards and regulations. The establishment of the Advisory Committee on Sustainability Reporting and the launch of the National Energy Transition Roadmap, New Industrial Master Plan and i-ESG Framework underscore the Malaysian government’s commitment to sustainability. These national developments have been instrumental in further guiding our efforts to strengthen our sustainability foundations as we move forward. As we reflect on our journey, I extend my deepest appreciation to our Founder Emeritus and Adviser, YM Tan Sri Dato’ Paduka Tengku Noor Zakiah Tengku Ismail, and convey my heartfelt thanks to our devoted employees and loyal clients. Their unwavering trust and support have been crucial to our success and will continue to inspire our sustainability path forward. Additionally, my deepest thanks go to the dedicated Group Sustainability Management Committee led by Datuk Chay Wai Leong and employees of Kenanga Group. Their exceptional service and tireless commitment in these challenging times have further solidified and enriched the values that define the essence of Kenanga Group. Finally, I extend my appreciation to our esteemed clients, business partners, suppliers, and shareholders for entrusting the Group. A special acknowledgment goes to Bank Negara Malaysia, Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad, and the Securities Commission Malaysia for their invaluable advice and steadfast support. TAN SRI DATO’ SERI SYED ANWAR JAMALULLAIL Chairman CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE Simultaneously, through the DIA Academy, our asset and wealth management arm, Kenanga Investors Berhad, organised immersive empathy workshops for their teams and network of financial advisers. Led by visually impaired trainers from the Academy, these structured workshops aimed to promote inclusivity, sense of community and mutual support through exercises, discussions and activities. Participants engaged in these events in complete darkness, where they learnt, practiced, and internalised empathy as a valuable skill for fostering meaningful connections and resolving conflicts, which will set the tone for a more compassionate and understanding environment in both personal and professional settings. These represent just a few noteworthy moments from the year. Our sustainability endeavours are seamlessly woven into our business operations, and are intricately aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“UN SDGs”) and United Nations Global Compact Ten Principles. For a deeper understanding of our sustainability performance, I invite you to explore the following pages of this report, where you will find a more comprehensive overview of our efforts. CONTINUED INCLUSION ONTO THE FTSE4GOOD INDEX Witnessing Kenanga’s sustainability journey marked by a consistent stream of notable commendations, serves as a testament to our ongoing efforts and encourages us to strive for continuous improvement. In December 2023, Kenanga maintained its inclusion in the esteemed FTSE4Good Bursa Malaysia (“F4GBM”) Index, a globally recognised benchmark for companies demonstrating a commitment to ESG practices. This recognition continues to place us amongst the 10% of Malaysian publicly listed companies represented in the Index, further underscoring our steadfast dedication to sustainability and responsible business practices. Throughout 2023, Kenanga was also decorated with prestigious awards acknowledging our dedication to sustainability and ESG practices. In addition to the above-mentioned National Energy Awards, we also garnered accolades, such as ‘Bank of the Year - Outstanding Sustainability Champion’ from the Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards and recognition as ‘Best Impact Investing Manager’ by Asia Asset Management. Meanwhile, the United Nations Global Compact Network Malaysia and Brunei awarded us with ‘Partnership for the Goals’ and ‘Sustainability Awareness and Employee Engagement’ recognitions. These acknowledgments stand as a tribute to the tireless commitment and dedication of everyone within the organisation. Whilemaintaining our inclusion in the F4GBM Index and the receipt of these awards are significant milestones, we acknowledge that there is still much ground to cover, and we are merely at the onset of our journey.
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