COVID-19 Still Unresolved: This is the Main Concern of CEOs in the Asia-Pacific Region Regarding Business Operations

A PwC survey of CEOs in the Asia-Pacific region reveals that health risks were the top concern among CEOs during the COVID-19 pandemic. 58% of CEOs considered health issues a threat to their business continuity.

Cyber risks followed, with 44% of Asia-Pacific CEOs citing them as a threat. This contrasts with global survey results, which identified cyber issues as the most significant concern.

Furthermore, 43% of CEOs expressed concern over macroeconomic volatility, 35% over climate change, 34% over geopolitical conflicts, and only 17% over social inequality.

In its report, PwC explained that these survey results highlight the diverse approaches to pandemic management across the Asia-Pacific region. Significant differences exist in healthcare infrastructure, pandemic strategies, consumer sentiment, and supplier risks across the region.

PwC surveyed 1,618 CEOs across the Asia-Pacific region. Participating CEOs represented Australia, Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, South Korea, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam.