Sustainability

Top Sustainability News for Accountants — April 2026

In supporting the accountancy profession in navigating sustainability, MIA presents the April 2026 edition of “Top Sustainability News for Accountants” which highlights key significant global and local sustainability-related developments.

Tax Meets Sustainability: Strategic Leadership for a Resilient Future

As sustainability expectations reshape the global business and regulatory landscape, taxation is emerging as a critical lever for influencing behaviour, financing sustainable development, and strengthening corporate governance.

Reframing Climate Disclosures: IPSASB’s Roadmap to Sustainable Public Sector Reporting

As the climate change agenda gains momentum globally, stakeholders expect organisations to disclose their climate governance and impacts transparently.

MIA Sustainability – Quarterly Advocacy Highlights

This quarterly update highlights the Institute’s continued advocacy and professional engagement in sustainability.

MIA Digital Economy Developments and Engagements

This quarterly update outlines the Institute’s continued advocacy and professional engagement in the digital economy and artificial intelligence (AI).

Identifying Sustainability Risks and Opportunities: Translating Standards Into Action

As Malaysia embarks on the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), organisations are facing rising expectations to deliver high-quality, decision-useful sustainability disclosures in line with global standards—IFRS S1 and IFRS S2 issued by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).

MIA Certificate of Sustainability for Accountants – Essential Learning for Accountancy Professionals in the New Sustainability Environment

Organisations today are evolving at a tremendous pace due to the pressures of sustainability and climate risks.

From Compliance to Impact: ASEAN Accountants Driving Sustainable Futures

One of the world’s most dynamic economic blocs, the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) is positioning sustainability and circularity as key levers for long-term competitiveness.

Beyond Compliance: Leading with AI and Sustainability

Accountancy and finance professionals are accustomed to the detailed and methodical process of closing the books and financial reporting.

Purpose-Driven Leadership: Charting the Next Phase of Growth

The Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA) has appointed G Shanmugam (G Shan) as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 September 2025.