A key milestone of the Summit was the formal exchange of a Letter of Intent (LOI) between ESG Malaysia and the Malaysia Steel Institute (MSI), marking a strategic collaboration to accelerate ESG readiness and adoption within Malaysia's steel and metal sector. Led by YBrs. Mr. Steven Lee, President of ESG Malaysia, and Ts. Dr. Nurul Muiz Murad, CEO of MSI, the partnership focuses on embedding ESG principles into one of ASEAN's most critical manufacturing industries.

The LOI reflects Malaysia's growing commitment to responsible industrial development and supports its role as a reference for ESG integration in heavy industries across ASEAN, in response to increasing global expectations on sustainability and climate disclosure in international markets.

Aligning ASEAN Businesses with Global Sustainability Expectations

The ESG Malaysia Summit 2025 addressed critical regional themes, including supply chain transparency, climate risk, sustainability reporting, and the alignment of ASEAN businesses with international frameworks such as IFRS S1 and S2, as well as emerging climate-related trade and disclosure requirements.

Karl Godderis, CEO of EUROCHAM Malaysia, commented:
"The Summit created a timely dialogue between Malaysia's domestic sustainability priorities and the sustainability expectations of international markets. This is especially relevant as ASEAN economies navigate evolving trade agreements and global climate commitments."

Christopher Ng, Chairman of Digitalisation at SAMENTA and representative of Trinity42, added:
"The Summit delivered valuable market intelligence for businesses operating across ASEAN. Discussions on future-proofing operations and digitalisation strongly aligned with how companies must adapt to the region's next phase of growth."

Yazmin Islahudin, Head of Sustainability, EDOTCO Group, highlighted the importance of continued engagement:
"As the sustainability landscape evolves at an unprecedented pace, ongoing dialogue is essential. The ESG Summit provides a vital platform for industries, regulators, and partners to remain aligned as expectations change. EDOTCO is honoured to contribute and looks forward to continuing our role in shaping the sustainability agenda with ESG Malaysia."

Participants consistently highlighted the Summit's practical focus and strong engagement, noting its value in translating ESG commitments into actionable strategies across diverse ASEAN markets.

Regional Collaboration at the Core

Supported by an extensive ecosystem — including EUROCHAM Malaysia, SME Corp. Malaysia, CanCham Malaysia, SAMENTA, Climate Governance Malaysia, the Energy Industries Council (EIC), Eco-Business, Malaysia Steel Institute (MSI), Orbis Business School, and GEDS — the Summit demonstrated the importance of public-private collaboration in advancing ESG adoption across ASEAN.

Sustaining ASEAN ESG Momentum

Founded in 2022, ESG Malaysia continues to play a critical role in advancing ESG awareness, climate risk mitigation, and practitioner capability development beyond national borders. Key post-Summit initiatives include:

• Expansion of the ESG Malaysia Education Hub, supporting ASEAN professionals with certified training in sustainability accounting, assurance, and climate reporting
• Development of sector-specific ESG programmes relevant to regional manufacturing, SMEs, and exporters
• Progress toward forming an ASEAN ESG Alliance, with strategic partners in mainland China, Taiwan region, Korea, and Japan, strengthening Asia-wide ESG cooperation and knowledge exchange
• Establishment of a dedicated ESG Malaysia Secretariat Office to support structured regional engagement

PR Newswire is the sponsored media of ESG Malaysia Summit 2025.

About ESG Malaysia 

ESG Malaysia is a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices across Malaysia and ASEAN. Through advocacy, partnerships, and capacity-building, ESG Malaysia empowers public, private, and non-profit sectors to strengthen sustainability frameworks, align with global standards, and build a climate-resilient, inclusive economy.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ESG Malaysia has announced the highly anticipated ESG Malaysia Summit 2025, taking place on 12 November 2025 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC). Running in tandem with SEA 2025 (12–14 November), the Summit positions Malaysia at the forefront of ASEAN's ESG transformation, fostering collaboration between governments, industries, and innovators to accelerate sustainable growth across the region.

Themed "Sustainability in Motion – From Commitment to Action," the ESG Malaysia Summit 2025 will serve as a premier regional platform for ESG leadership, bringing together policymakers, corporate executives, investors, financial institutions, and technology innovators to translate ESG intentions into measurable, impactful outcomes.

Championing Malaysia's ESG Transformation Journey

According to Steven Lee, President of ESG Malaysia,

"The Summit reflects Malaysia's growing influence in ESG transformation. Our mission is to strengthen the country's role as a regional anchor for sustainable growth — where policy, finance, and technology converge to accelerate collective impact."

Summit Highlights: Building an Integrated ASEAN ESG Ecosystem

The one-day, high-impact event will convene over 150 industry leaders and sustainability experts, featuring five strategic sessions designed to drive cross-sector collaboration and regional ESG alignment:

• Leadership Unplugged: Malaysia's Sustainability Roadmap – 2025 Outlook & Beyond
• ESG Heavyweights: Carbon Markets & Climate Financing – Global Trends and APAC Perspectives
• ASEAN Unplugged: Circular Economy & Renewable Energy Synergies for Resilient Businesses
• Tech & Innovation: The Role of AI, Blockchain, and IoT in ESG Transformation
• ESG Unplugged: Climate Action & Decarbonisation for Net-Zero Transitions

Key ESG Malaysia Summit 2025 Partners & Supporters

The ESG Malaysia Summit 2025 is 100% HRD Corp Claimable and supported by an influential network of partners, including: SME Corporation, EUROCHAM Malaysia, Malaysia Steel Institute (MSI), CanCham, SAMENTA, Eco-Business, Energy Industries Council (EIC), Climate Governance Malaysia (CGM), Orbis Business School, GEDS, The Green Mile (Media Partner) and De Carton (Eco-Sponsor) — collectively reinforcing Malaysia's drive toward an integrated and sustainable ESG economy.

Exclusive Benefits for Attendees

FREE 1-Year ESG Malaysia Membership (valid until December 2026) — gain access to premium ESG insights, industry resources, and high-impact connections.
CPD Accreditation awarded by our Green Partners:

• GreenRE: 3 CPD points
• Green Building Index (GBI): 4 CPD points

For registration inquiries, visit www.esgmalaysia.org/summit2025 or email info@esgmalaysia.org

PR Newswire is the media partner of the ESG Malaysia Summit 2025.

About ESG Malaysia 

ESG Malaysia is a non-profit organisation dedicated to advancing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices across Malaysia and ASEAN. Through advocacy, partnerships, and capacity-building, ESG Malaysia empowers public, private, and non-profit sectors to strengthen sustainability frameworks, align with global standards, and build a climate-resilient, inclusive economy.