Kuala lumpur: The accountancy profession has a pivotal role to play in shaping the sustainable future of Malaysia's capital market. This was a key takeaway from the MIA Capital Market Conference 2025, themed Navigating Change, Building Resilience, held recently.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, in a special address titled Vision for Growing and Developing the Malaysian Capital Market - Bursa Malaysia's Perspective, Dato' Fad'l Mohamed, Chief Executive Officer of Bursa Malaysia, emphasized the critical role accountants have in ensuring the growth and sustainability of the market. He highlighted the necessity for accountants to adapt to evolving market trends and regulatory requirements, thereby contributing to the resilience and robustness of the capital market infrastructure.

The conference served as a platform for industry leaders and professionals to discuss strategies and frameworks necessary for the future development of Malaysia's capital market. Participants engaged in dialogues around enhancing market resilience and the importance of sustainable practices in financial reporting and corporate governance.

The MIA Capital Market Conference 2025 brought focus to the increasing need for accountants to integrate sustainability into their practices, ensuring that financial markets operate efficiently and transparently. This aligns with global trends where sustainability is becoming a cornerstone of financial reporting and investment decision-making.