Corporate governance (CG) is the cornerstone of trust, transparency, and accountability for leading organizations worldwide. For global corporations setting industry standards, robust governance frameworks are not only essential for risk management and regulatory compliance, but also play a vital role in shaping a culture of ethics that builds lasting stakeholder confidence. As role models on the world stage, these companies are expected to integrate good governance into every aspect of their operations, ensuring sustainable growth and demonstrating integrity to peers, partners, and the wider public.
CP Group gathered top executives from its Thai and international business groups for “CP CG Day 2026” on April 21, 2026, declaring a unified commitment to advancing corporate governance. The event, themed “From Rules to Practice to Ethical Culture,” was chaired by Mr. Soopakij Chearavanont, Chairman of Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group), alongside heads of all business divisions. The initiative aims to move the organization beyond mere compliance and into a living culture of governance and ethics, as reflected by this year’s G&C Excellence Awards 2025.
In a keynote titled “A New Era of Governance: Leaders in the Age of Wisdom and Uncertainty,” Soopakij highlighted the shift in the global landscape, driven by technology, artificial intelligence, and volatility. He stressed the need for leaders to combine business acumen with ethical integrity, emphasizing responsibility in utilizing AI and maintaining good governance.
“We are at the dawn of a new era where artificial intelligence and advanced tech are transforming the economy and society. Yet, climate change, geopolitics, and a new ‘normal’ of uncertainty demand that leaders embrace innovation grounded in ethics, virtue, honesty, and gratitude,” said Soopakij .
He outlined four core capabilities crucial for the new era:
1) Responsible use and governance of artificial intelligence and technology
2) Agile strategies and supply chains to adapt to rapid global change
3) Visionary and disciplined investment strategies
4) Selection and development of capable, ethical leaders—considered the most vital strength for creating value for the nation, people, and organization
A highlight of the event was the joint declaration of unified intent by Soopakij Chearavanont, the executive committee, and Dr. Teerapon Tanomsakyut, CP Group’s Chief of Sustainability and Strategic Development. Their collective commitment is to embed governance at every organizational level.
The “G&C Excellence Awards 2025” were launched as the first unified governance and compliance evaluation across the Group’s businesses, incorporating both “Governance” and “Compliance.” The evaluation criteria covered both structural and behavioral aspects—from board oversight and operational practices, to instilling an ethical culture, transparency, whistleblowing mechanisms, and the maturity of governance in practice.
This year’s winners in Thailand included 14 Gold awards, among them CP All Public Company Limited (SET: CPALL), CP Axtra Public Company Limited (SET: CPAXT), Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (SET: CPF), True Corporation Public Company Limited (SET: TRUE), All Now Group, Ascend Group, Chia Tai Business Group, CP Future City Development Corporation, CP Leadership Institute, etc.
In China, 23 businesses were recognized: four Gold (Modern Food Business, CP Pharmacy, Commercial Real Estate China, Guangxi Area); 12 Silver (including Sichuan Area, Hunan Area, Premix Business); and seven Bronze awards.
Staff participation extended beyond Thailand, with a live online broadcast connecting teams in four countries. Leaders from each business group also took part in signing the “G&C Commitment Wall,” symbolizing a public pledge to embed transparency and compliance across the organization.
Tanyapong Thamavaranukupt, Co-President of Ascend Money, said that the company’s recent recognition with a CG Award highlights the company’s commitment to transforming Corporate Governance from theory into practice. Mr. Tanyapong Thamavaranukupt attributes this success to a three-pillared strategy; 1) Established Structure, 2) Lines of Defence and 3) Deep-Rooted Culture. For Ascend Money, the CG Award is a validation of their current path, with a future focus on continuity—ensuring that ethical practices remain a permanent and consistent part of the company’s daily operations.
Sumeth Pinyosanit, CEO of CPCRP, celebrates his group’s “Gold” award recognition by emphasizing a culture of thinking, speaking, and acting ethically. He believes that aligning rules with consistent practice transforms good behavior into a long-standing organizational culture. This commitment to international governance standards aims to influence not just the company, but broader society.
Expressing gratitude for the award, Naetchanok Wipatasinlapin, Chief Sustainability Officer at True Corporation, highlighted the company’s dedication to corporate governance as a core part of its DNA. As a leading tech firm, the company remains committed to sustainable growth and ethical operations, aiming to benefit the entire organization, its employees, and all its customers moving forward.
This annual event highlights CP Group’s dedication to pushing governance from theory into organizational culture, binding all levels of staff and leadership to shared values of transparency, responsibility, and sustainable growth—securing trust and long-term stability for the company and society.
