During these five years, the world has also become privy to the differences on some vital issues within the G 20 membership. Understandably therefore, there are concerns and apprehensions that the vaunted unity and sense of purpose that the G 20 showed earlier on are dissipating. My own view is that these differences should not be exaggerated.
Also to be taken into account is the growing complication of financial transactions in a climate where technology allows for rapid movements of funds, while abrupt changes in market sentiment can lead to large scale deposit runs. Public trust and confidence are therefore essential and good corporate governance helps to set a basis for that assurance. 3.