ADVERTISEMENT
ESG / Sustainability
Malaysia SC Signals Shift to Mandatory Corporate Governance Rules
By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025
The SC is reviewing its corporate governance code, with a new version due in 2026 that could introduce compulsory requirements for listed firms.
ESG / Sustainability
IFRS Foundation Issues "Near-Final" Guidance on Climate Reporting
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/07/2025
The IFRS Foundation says the examples show how existing accounting standards apply to climate uncertainties, with significant implications for financial institution credit risk models.
ESG / Sustainability
ICJ Ruling Establishes Legal Duty to Protect Climate System
By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025
The ruling finds that states have binding obligations to cut emissions, paving the way for reparation claims and increasing legal risks for polluters.
ESG / Sustainability
Pakistan Regulator, IFC Launch Project to Boost Corporate ESG Standards
By Editors | 24/07/2025
The three-year initiative aims to develop regulatory frameworks and build capacity to align Pakistan's corporate sector with international sustainability practices.
ESG / Sustainability
NGFS Urges FIs to Embed Climate Adaptation into Transition Plans
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/07/2025
The NGFS has provided a framework for financial institutions to manage physical climate risks, urging a shift from a mitigation-only focus.
Securities / Derivatives
Bursa Carbon Exchange Set to Host First Renewable Energy Auction
By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025
BCX and UEM Lestra target November 2025 for pilot auction enabling transparent bidding for corporate green electricity contracts.
ESG / Sustainability
Indonesia's OJK Releases Guidebook to Develop National Carbon Market
By Nithya Subramanian | 24/07/2025
The guidebook aims to educate the financial sector on carbon trading principles, mechanisms, and risks, including greenwashing and fraud.
Securities / Derivatives
Bangladesh Stockbrokers Push to Revise DSE Governance Structure
By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025
Bangladesh stockbrokers are seeking reforms to the DSE’s board structure, citing political interference and weakened market oversight under the current framework.
Securities / Derivatives
Capital Markets Malaysia Launches GHG Emissions Calculator for SMEs
By Nithya Subramanian | 23/07/2025
The free GHG emissions calculator will help SMEs measure and report Scope 1 and 2 emissions in line with global standards.
ESG / Sustainability
NGFS Urges Integration of Climate Scenario Analysis into Transition Plans
By Manesh Samtani | 23/07/2025
New NGFS reports highlight synergies between climate scenario analysis and transition planning, offering guidance for financial institutions and supervisors.
JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER
A daily selection of top stories from the Regulation Asia editorial team