About
The Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance (PICG) is pleased to announce its 2nd virtual ESG Conference, taking place on August 12 and 13, 2025. This year’s theme, “ESG for Pakistan: Achieving Integration,” sets the stage for a dynamic exploration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices across the country.
Held over two consecutive half-day sessions, the conference will spotlight key developments, assess progress, and examine the depth of ESG adoption in Pakistan. With a lineup of distinguished international and domestic speakers, the event will bring together leading voices and stakeholders to explore the core drivers shaping ESG transformation.
Shafaq Fauzil Azim
President & CEO, PICG
Thematic Focus:
Day 1 – Regulatory Landscape Navigating ESG policies, frameworks, and the role of regulators in shaping sustainable governance.
Day 2 – Leading the Charge: Pioneering Corporate ESG Practices Showcasing innovative approaches and success stories from organizations championing ESG integration.
Agenda
12th – 13th August, 2025 – 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm PKT
The 2nd ESG for Pakistan Conference, acknowledging the evolving depth and relevance of ESG integration nationwide, is being convened under a focused two-day thematic agenda.
Dr. Shamshad Akhtar
Chairperson PICG & PSX
Akif Saeed
Chairman
Securities And Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
Saleem Ullah
Deputy Governor
State Bank of Pakistan
Jen Sisson
CEO
ICGN
Farrukh H Sabzwari
CEO
Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)
Farrukh Rehman
Ex - President
ICAP
Musarat Jabeen
Executive Director
Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP)
Andrew Bailey
Managing Director
BASF Pakistan (Private) Limited
Shafaq Fauzil Azim
President & CEO
PICG
Maheen Rahman
CEO
InfraZamin Pakistan
Mohsin Ali Chaudhry
IFC ESG
Advisory Lead for Pakistan
Muneer Kamal
CEO
Pakistan Bank Association
Ayla Majid
President ACCA, CEO Planetive
ACCA
Agnes K Y Tai
Director
Great Glory Investment Corporation
Sobiah Becker
Advisor
GIZ Pakistan
Dean Hezekiah
Policy and Insights Manager
Asia Pacific, ACCA
Zahid Mubarik
Chief Executive Officer
HR Metrics
Michael S Wood
Partner
MENA EY Sustainability
Saad Amanullah Khan
Independent Director
Faisal Rabbani
Chief Risk Officer
Credit & Risk Management Group
Bank Alfalah
Sadia Khan
Former Commissioner
SECP
Memosh Khawaja
Former President & CEO
PICG
Maha Qasim
CEO
Zero Point Partners
Talha Bin Hamid
(MOC)
Head of Training & Development
PICG
Hear what the leaders have to say…
Mr. Farrukh H. Sabzwari 2nd ESG for Pakistan Conference
Mr. Farrukh Rehman 2nd ESG for
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Mr. Saleem Ullah 2nd ESG for
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Ms. Maha Qasim 2nd ESG for
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Ms Aminah Zaheer on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Mr Zafar Sobani on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Ms Iqra Sajjad on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Mr Majid Soofi on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Mr Saleem Zamindar on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Ms Abeer Tanveer Mir on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Mr Abdul Jaleel Shaikh on PICG & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Mr Abdul Rehman Basit on PICG’s
ESG Initiatives
Mr Faheemuddin Chawla on PICG’s & IFC
ESG Initiatives
Musarat Jabeen 2nd ESG for Pakistan Conference
Dr. Fakhara Rizwan 2nd ESG for Pakistan Conference
Memosh Khawaja 2nd ESG for Pakistan Conference
ESG AT PICG
Professor Muhammad Zahid
A great opportunity to join hands together to get out of the ESG embryonic stages.
M. Azeem Zahid
It’s a pleasure to participate in such a wonderful platform by ESG for knowledge and consciousness sharing.
Muhammad Nouman
Great Initiative has led to growing calls in Pakistan to better manage environmental, social and governance (ESG).
Syed Faisal Abbas Tirmize
ESG Investment Portfolio can play a vital role in dealing with climate resilience actions.
Kashif Javed
Hope it will be an exciting journey throughout the conference by knowledge and network towards a successful motive and progressive approach.
Zahid Khan
Awaiting for the exciting session
Isra Ghous
Super excited to finally see the importance if ESG being highlighted. Can’t wait to hear what the real leaders have to say about it!
Arif Nizami
Thrilled to be the part of first ever ESG conference in Pakistan!
Irfan Khalid Butt
Looking forward to having a comprehensive ESG learning experience with an exclusive focus on Pakistan’s market.
Naval Vaswani
Looking forward to learn about ESG frameworks and mentoring tools
Adnan Khokhar
Looking forward to having an interactive learning experience.
Saem Talha
I look forward to gaining insights from industry leaders and experts who will share their knowledge and experiences in navigating the complex landscape of ESG considerations.
Senan Khawaja
I am really looking forward to enhance my ESG knowledge through the masterclasses !
Shafaq
Looking forward to hearing about practices being adopted by companies in Pakistan towards more responsible business
Khalid Noor
Excellent initiative by PICG to create awareness on ESG and Climate Change. Both critical for Business Sustainability
Talha
Feeling excited about this conference!
Zain
Looking forward to exploring the latest ESG trends and strategies
Ayesha
I am genuinely looking forward to exploring the potential of ESG investments in generating both financial returns and positive environmental and social outcomes
Usman
I am eager to learn about the integration of ESG factors into business operations and investment decisions
Sara
Looking forward to gaining practical knowledge on ESG reporting frameworks and standards
Imran
Brilliant initiative by PICG. Can’t wait!
Senan
I am really looking forward to enhance my ESG knowledge through the masterclasses !
Zahra
Looking forward to hearing about practices being adopted by companies in Pakistan towards more responsible business
Deepak
I Want to attend the conference
Khalid Noor
Excellent initiative by PICG to create awareness on ESG and Climate Change. Both critical for Business Sustainability
Saman Wasae
Feeling excited about this conference!