Keywords: Governance


Luxury Group Cucinelli tightens sanctions compliance controls after allegations

Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli has strengthened its internal controls on compliance with European Union sanctions following allegations concerning potential violations related to exports to Russia. According to its latest annual report, the company adopted a reinforced trade compliance system......

Eswatini marks 40 years of King Mswati III’s reign amid debate over royal spending

Celebrations were held across Eswatini on Friday to mark 40 years on the throne of King Mswati III, the last absolute monarch in sub-Saharan Africa. The event featured traditional ceremonies, music, and public gatherings, reflecting both national pride and ongoing political debate. Supporters praised......

Former president Rumen Radev leads Bulgaria parliamentary election

Rumen Radev, the former president of Bulgaria, is leading the country’s parliamentary election according to partial official results. His political movement has secured a strong advantage, reflecting shifting dynamics within the national political landscape. Preliminary figures indicate that Radev’s......

Evonik appoints new cfo and extends ceo contract to 2030

German specialty chemicals group Evonik has announced key leadership changes, appointing a new chief financial officer while extending the mandate of its current chief executive officer until 2030. The company confirmed that Michael Rauch will take over as CFO following a recent board decision. His......

Public service shifts toward more effective and transparent indicators

In Rabat, experts gathered to explore new approaches to evaluating public service governance during a roundtable organized by Institution of the Mediator of the Kingdom in partnership with Friedrich Naumann Foundation. Discussions highlighted the evolving role of performance indicators,......

Vietnam moves closer to China’s governance model as state control expands

Vietnam appears to be gradually aligning itself more closely with China’s model of governance, as authorities in Hanoi expand state control and explore regulatory frameworks inspired by Beijing. Recent policy discussions suggest that Vietnam is considering measures similar to those implemented......

Towards a more effective and coordinated fight to protect forests

The Economic, Social and Environmental Council (CESE) recently held a hearing session with the National Agency for Water and Forests (ANEF) as part of the preparation of an opinion on combating environmental damage. The discussions focused on improving the overall effectiveness of the system, from detection......

Gucci owner Kering to add ex-Chanel and Mandarin Oriental execs to board

Kering, the French luxury conglomerate behind Gucci, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga, plans to appoint two new board members: Marie-Hélène Chenut, former Chanel executive, and Laurent Kleitman, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group CEO. Bloomberg and The Business of Fashion reported Wednesday. [ from......

Éric Ciotti elected head of Nice-Côte d'Azur Metropolis with strong support

Éric Ciotti, the newly elected mayor of Nice and leader of the UDR party, has been overwhelmingly elected as president of the Nice-Côte d’Azur Metropolis Council. The vote took place Thursday at the Mediterranean University Center, where Ciotti secured 108 out of 132 votes, with only......