I sat down with Arsen Nazaryan, an ESG and risk management expert, to discuss the current state of ESG in Armenia, where we stand today, what real progress looks like, and why ESG is rapidly evolving from a "nice-to-have" into a strategic necessity. In this conversation, we cover: The actual development of ESG frameworks in Armenia. Key pillars and local challenges.

Whether Armenian companies are leading or just responding to international pressure, the most important mindset shift businesses need to make. Why ESG today is really about risk mitigation and adaptive capacity.

If you're doing business in Armenia, the South Caucasus, or emerging markets, this episode is packed with practical insights.

Los aranceles masivos y las tormentas políticas marcaron el último año, pero los datos duros revelan una paradoja: el comercio mundial no se está encogiendo, sino que se está reconfigurando. En este episodio analizamos a fondo el reporte de 2026 del McKinsey Global Institute.

Descubre cómo la geoestrategia define hoy el éxito empresarial, el impacto de las nuevas rutas de hardware para inteligencia artificial, la transformación industrial de China y por qué las cadenas de suministro se están alargando en lugar de acortarse.

Acceso al reporte de McKinsey Global Institute https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/geopolitics-and-the-geometry-of-global-trade-2026-update

Rajeev Peshawaria (CEO of Stewardship Asia Center) breaks down the key limitations of modern ESG and introduces a more effective alternative for corporate leaders. We discuss the E/S Action Spectrum, the evolving role of business in society, and what "true sustainability" looks like in a rapidly changing world. Tune in to discover how to lead beyond the ESG framework.

The Inspiration: Why Rajeev wrote the book "Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG Is Not Enough".

The Tool: A breakdown of the E/S Action Spectrum.

The Future: What the landscape of ESG and corporate leadership will look like toward the end of 2026.

Practical Steps: Actionable advice for businesses to move toward true sustainability.