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Lessons in Corporate Governance from Down Under<\/p>\n\n\n

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I am pleased to share Issue 3 of the Viewpoint series published by the Centre for Investor Protection.<\/p>\n

While this report is an analysis of the corporate governance disclosures and practices of Xero Limited, a NZ company listed in Australia and operating globally, I believe there are many lessons for listed issuers in Singapore and the region.<\/p>\n

The report reflects my personal views and not the views of the Centre or NUS. It is not intended to provide investment, professional or legal advice.<\/p>\n

I do not, and have never owned shares, in the company.<\/p>\n

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