United Nations Radio

More than 60 top executives of institutional investors and stock exchanges around the world gathered at UN Headquarters on Monday.

Investment company execs gather at UN

Their aim is to explore ways in which stock exchanges can promote sustainable business practices and long-term approaches to investment.

In a video message to the gathering, the Secretary-General said that managing and integrating environmental, social and governance issues are critical in creating a world economy that is more stable, inclusive and sustainable.

In that regard, he added, stock exchanges and other financial bodies and institutions have a key role to play.

The meeting is co-hosted by the United Nations-backed Principles for Responsible Investment, the Global Compact and the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD).

Gail Walker, United Nations Radio
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