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Tuesday, October 20, 2026risk

# Future-Ready or Falling Behind? The New Test for ASEAN Boards

ICDM's third ASEAN Board Trends study, surveying 334 directors and senior leaders, warns that recognition of emerging risks is not the same as readiness, with the pace of change outstripping board capability and governance frameworks. It is a direct benchmark for SEA mid-market boards assessing their own preparedness for volatility and AI.

Sources

ICDM / ACN Newswire (https://en.acnnewswire.com/press-release/english/110531/future-ready-or-falling-behind)

Topic: Boardroom Performance: https://lyoenandpartners.com/insights/topic/boardroom-performance

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