ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Must Bridge Gap Between Financial Strength and Climate Action: IEEFA

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

New commentary highlights a significant misalignment in South Korea’s climate finance, urging robust regulatory and policy reforms to match its advanced financial system.

ESG / Sustainability

Philippines SEC Faces Legal Challenge Over Director Term Limits

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The SEC is defending its new nine-year tenure limit for independent directors after a court challenge from broadcaster GMA Network.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges Deepen Ties with Five-Point Pact

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

The agreement between HKEX and Bursa Malaysia outlines five areas of cooperation, including a framework for dual listings, Shariah-compliant products, and carbon markets.

Securities / Derivatives

KRX to Reward Firms Adopting Advanced Dividend Procedures

By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

Companies that reform their dividend process to enhance predictability for investors will receive incentives under the 'Corporate Value-up' programme.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Targets Deficiencies in Sustainability, Governance Disclosures

By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

FSA annual review identifies persistent and new shortcomings in corporate reporting, focusing on substance over form in key areas.

AML / KYC

Hong Kong IA Targets Agent Conduct with New Accountability Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/03/2026

The regulator's latest review introduces commission spreading requirements, holds senior agents accountable for their teams, and warns on social media use.

Securities / Derivatives

SC Malaysia Launches Lab for New Islamic Finance Products

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/03/2026

CIMB will collaborate with the Securities Commission and Bursa Malaysia on a pilot project under the new FIKRALab platform.

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BIS Paper Urges Clearer Supervisory Guidance on AI Data Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 27/03/2026

New paper highlights growing data risks from AI in finance, calling for tailored supervisory guidance on governance, quality, security and privacy

Securities / Derivatives

India Offers Template for Integrating Social Impact in Capital Markets: WEF

By Manesh Samtani | 27/03/2026

SEBI has created new instruments, professional standards, and reporting requirements to integrate social impact into India’s capital markets.