From remuneration revolts and failed redomestication votes to Japan’s peak proxy season, shareholders are using the AGM season to test boards on pay, governance rights, climate risk and strategic accountability.

Japan’s listed companies are increasing their focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a survey by the country’s Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF).

Japanese electronics giant Toshiba’s chairman has been ousted from his role by shareholders at the company’s AGM held on 25 June.