公募迈入“积极股东”新时代

Core Viewpoint - The introduction of the new rules by the China Securities Investment Fund Industry Association marks a significant reform in China's capital market, aiming to enhance the governance of listed companies by public fund managers [1][4]. Group 1: Regulatory Framework - The new rules consist of 6 chapters and 27 articles, detailing the participation of public fund managers in corporate governance, including principles such as prioritizing the interests of fund shareholders and preventing conflicts of interest [1][2]. - The rules require fund managers to improve their internal governance frameworks, including establishing policies for participating in corporate governance and creating systems for exercising shareholder rights [2][3]. Group 2: Voting Obligations - Fund managers are mandated to exercise voting rights when their managed funds hold at least 5% of a company's circulating shares, covering thirteen key matters in shareholder meetings [3]. - The rules impose a requirement for fund managers to publicly disclose their voting activities annually, enhancing transparency and accountability [3][4]. Group 3: Market Impact - The new regulations are expected to strengthen the internal motivation of fund managers to engage in corporate governance, aligning more closely with practices in mature markets [4][5]. - The expansion of public funds, which have grown from 7 trillion yuan to 8.3 trillion yuan since September of the previous year, indicates an increasing influence of these funds in corporate governance [3][4].