The shape of corporate governance is clearly changing. This briefing paper, prepared for an annual forum of CEO-level corporate leaders from the Asia-Pacific region, compares initiatives in Asia with those underway in other parts of the world.

Topics covered:

• The Evolution of Corporate Governance Codes and the Similarities and Differences Between Them
• Shareholder Activism
• Government Involvement
• Outside Initiatives
• The Influence of International Corporate Governance Codes
• The Impetus and Emphasis of National Corporate Governance Codes
• Board Mission and Responsibility
• Independence of Directors
• Board Committees

Special features:

• the outlook for corporate governance in Asia
• detailed analysis and comparison of selected governance codes and initiatives
• a five-page "executive summary"