Responsible Business

Corporate Governance Committee

The Corporate Governance Committee enhances governance standards, supports SOE guidelines, promotes sustainability, and ensures fair competition.

Committee Overview

Discover the functions of Business at OECD's Corporate Governance Committee.

Why the OECD’s Work on Corporate Governance Matters

The OECD sets international standards for corporate governance, leveraging key instruments such as the G20/OECD Corporate Governance Principles and the OECD's Guidelines on Corporate Governance of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs). The updated G20/OECD Principles address pressing long-term challenges for businesses, including sustainability and resilience, while the SOE Guidelines offer countries guidance on effective corporate governance of SOEs. Ensuring a level playing field for private sector and state-owned enterprises is essential for a competitive business environment.

Our 2025 Priorities

Foster effective implementation of the updated OECD/G20 Corporate Governance Principles
Ensure a level playing field in the context of the OECD SOE Guidelines
Enhance capital market efficiency, trust, and audit quality
Implement comprehensive corporate governance practices, including on sustainability

How Business Engages with the OECD on Corporate Governance

Business at OECD’s Corporate Governance Committee promotes effective corporate governance that supports sustainable growth. Business at OECD were pivotal in the recent G20/OECD Principles’ revision, highlighting vital private sector issues through consultation sessions and regional roundtables. Additionally, Business at OECD contribute to refining the OECD's SOE Guidelines and influencing the application of the Anti-Corruption and Integrity Guidelines for SOEs, ensuring the business perspective is heard in overarching discussions on trust in business.

Our Engagement with the OECD’s Bodies

OECD’s Corporate Governance Committee
OECD’s Working Party on State Ownership and Privatisation Practices
OECD’s Regional Roundtables on Corporate Governance

Publications

Inputs on the review of guidelines CG and SOE

11 September 2023

Input on Draft Revisions to the OECD SOE Guidelines

This policy paper presents Business at OECD’s input on the draft revisions to the OECD's Guidelines on Corporate Governance of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) urging a more consistent, transparent, and accountable framework for SOEs globally.

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7 March 2023

Input on the Draft Revisions to the G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance

This policy paper provides Business at OECD’s feedback on the fourth draft of the G20/OECD Corporate Governance Principles, calling for clearer language, stronger sustainability guidance, and proportionality for SMEs.

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14 December 2022

Input on Draft Revisions to the G20/OECD Principles of Corporate Governance

This policy paper provides Business at OECD’s feedback on the fourth draft of the G20/OECD Corporate Governance Principles. It emphasises aligning with international standards and ensuring practical, transparent, and balanced governance frameworks.

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