Organized by the United Nations Global Compact in collaboration with Global Compact Country Networks in the APAC region and locally, and hosted by the UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka, Forward Faster Now | APAC 2026 is a UN Global Compact regional flagship event taking place from August 11-12 (Tue-Wed), 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lnka.
Sustainable finance integrates Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria into business and investment decisions for sustainable outcomes for society at large, such as mitigating the adverse effects of climate change, building inclusive communities, and supporting the adoption of international human rights and labour best practices.
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10:00 - 11:00 Curious about how you can incorporate practical sustainability strategies in your company? Join us for a one hour session on Singapore specific sustainability strategies, courses and certifications, including our CERT tool, and how they can help your company build credibility, meet new STI reporting requirements, and secure more contracts. Register now.
Under the theme A Blueprint for Action in Asia, the Conference shifts the focus from why leadership matters to how it happens, through collaboration, capital mobilisation and innovative finance that unlocks opportunity across communities and markets.
UNGCNS members are eligible for a 20% discount on tickets – reach out to your relationship manager for more details.
As the local chapter of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, we work with ecosystem partners to empower businesses to drive meaningful localised impact for global change.
Together, we celebrate a journey of transformation. As a proud chapter of the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, UNGCNS brings you two decades of leadership, innovation, and collaboration—driven by the expertise of the United Nations Global Compact.
We help businesses secure their future through sustainable models and product innovations that not only meet the needs of today but also safeguard the resources of tomorrow.
By taking a forward-thinking approach, we position ourselves to reach our sustainability goals for the future and create a lasting positive impact.
20+ years of empowering businesses to lead in corporate responsibility.
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Bespoke expertise and insights to help shape your sustainable journey.
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Collaborate with industry leaders and ecosystem partners to leave no one behind.
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As part of your ongoing journey toward responsible and sustainable leadership, we welcome your active participation.
Download our MSME Playbook for a practical, step-by-step guide to navigating sustainability, compliance, risk, financing, and supply chain expectations—built specifically for Singapore’s MSMEs.
UN Global Compact Network Singapore is pleased to present our Annual & Sustainability Report 2025!
Download the report for an in-depth look at how UNGCNS has been Enabling Action and Creating Impact — marking 20 years of advancing sustainable business in Singapore, together with our members, partners, and the wider ecosystem.
Be a part of something important. Drive the sustainability agenda in your organization and help co-create a sustainable future.
Connect with industry experts, peers at a local and global level
Gain knowledge and skills to make progress and deliver impact
Leverage your position and advocate for major impact
Build trust and credibility by communicating measurable progress towards your sustainability goals
