Modern slavery, climate risk key elements of RI activity: First SentierBY RACHEL ALEMBAKIS | THURSDAY, 9 APR 2020 4:38PMEngaging with companies on modern slavery exposure and risks of climate change are key elements of First Sentier Investors' responsible investment activities both in 2019 and 2020, the fund manager said. Related News |
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