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Boards here and Down Under: Spot the differences

The 2 countries share more commonalities than differences, and synergies will provide significant strides in best corporate governance practices.

Published Sun, Apr 19, 2015 · 09:50 PM

    NEXT year marks 50 years of formal relations between Singapore and Australia. The deepening ties promise increased corporate opportunities.

    The two corporate landscapes share many similarities. For starters, a government and legal system based on the English, a broadly ethical and corruption-free business culture, and a commitment to high standards of corporate governance.

    Yet, having sat on boards on both sides, I would say that there are distinct differences between how boards in the two countries function. They result from variances in regulation, culture and outlooks of economic opportunity and performance.

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