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Community

Sharing APCO's 2023 Responsible Business & Corporate Citizenship Report

September 23, 2024
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Perspectives

2024 Elections: Global Results and Implications for the Future 

November 21, 2024
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News & Events

The Mahindra Group Selects APCO as Agency of Record for U.S. Business

August 5, 2024
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China’s 2025 Two Sessions: 6 Key Takeaways 

China's 2025 Two Sessions set ambitious economic and policy goals. Explore six key takeaways shaping China's path forward....

March 12, 2025
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APCO Announces New MENA Leadership Structure, Eyes Growth in Region’s Key Markets

Global advisory and advocacy firm APCO today announced a new leadership structure for its Middle East and North Africa (MENA) operations, which lays the foundations for further growth in 2025 and beyond...

March 10, 2025
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Navigating the Shift: How the Decline in Trust Creates Opportunities for Corporations to Own Their Narrative

Trust in media and government continues to wane. In recent years, there’s been a steady decline in trust in media and government, leaving many wondering who, or what, people can rely on for information.  ...

March 6, 2025 / Seleana Wright
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APCO Launches Center for Trade, Investment and Market Access

APCO announced the launch of the Center for Trade, Investment and Market Access, building on decades of experience counseling clients on these issues. The Center, which will serve as a brain trust for C-Suites navigating cross-border commercial issues, brings together more than 15 global experts in trade and investment, representing former trade ministers, business leaders and policy professionals with deep know-how at the nexus of trade and commerce....

March 4, 2025
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Redefining Corporate Inclusion: Strategies for a Changing Political Landscape 

Among changing political tides, companies are now pushed to reassess their DEI commitments. Conversations once framed around equity are shifting toward the language of opportunity and merit. Explore the key themes shaping this landscape. ...

February 27, 2025 / Akinyi Ochieng, Priya Ramanathan
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A First Look at CSRD-Aligned Reports Through a Communications Lens

With the reporting season in full swing, now is as good a time as any to analyse the first batch of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD)-aligned Annual Reports. Our analysis focuses not so much on the content of the CSRD-aligned reports but on what communications approach companies are taking. ...

February 27, 2025 / Frank Krikhaar
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First 100 Days of the European Commission Sustainability Reporting Omnibus Legislation: Key Insights and Predictions

The European Commission aims to enhance the EU’s industrial competitiveness over the next five years while ensuring progress towards decarbonization. Hannah discusses the new policy commitment to simplify the CSRD, CSDDD and Taxonomy through the First Omnibus Package on Sustainability Reporting....

February 27, 2025 / Hannah Sarfati
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The Role of Corporate Philanthropy Amid a Shifting Corporate Responsibility Landscape

As corporate responsibility faces mounting political pressures, corporate philanthropy remains a stable avenue for impact. Sara explores three strategic investment areas where businesses can leverage philanthropic capital to align with business goals and drive meaningful social change....

February 27, 2025 / Sara Marcus
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Navigating Uncertainty: How Sustainability Leaders Are Driving Forward in 2025 

In the face of political and economic uncertainty, sustainability leaders are finding new ways to drive progress. From proving business value to moving beyond reporting and fostering collaboration, this article explores three key strategies helping corporate sustainability teams stay resilient in 2025....

February 27, 2025 / Emilie Schulze
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Bullish on Sustainability

The Era of Essentialism emphasizes prioritizing core issues that drive business value, particularly at the intersection of performance and ESG. Collaborating across silos and with financial teams is crucial for building the business case for sustainability....

February 27, 2025 / Julie Jack, Michelle Lapadula