ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

Tokyo Exchange Survey Finds English Disclosure Mandate Lifts Prime Market Compliance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/01/2026

Rules effective April 2025 have driven near-total adoption for top-tier firms, but gaps remain in scope and for smaller markets.

Crypto / Digital Assets

Korea Updates Guide for Domestic Firms on Hong Kong Financial System

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 26/01/2026

The guide reflects Hong Kong's new digital asset rules and insurance framework to aid South Korean firms' overseas expansion.

Securities / Derivatives

KRX Eases Quantitative Targets for Corporate Value-up Plans

By Manesh Samtani | 26/01/2026

The move follows feedback that firms found setting specific financial targets burdensome, as KRX pushes for wider adoption.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Adds Corporate Governance Ratings to MyBURSA Platform

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/01/2026

The move gives investors direct access to governance assessments for listed companies, enhancing transparency and supporting more informed investment decisions.

ESG / Sustainability

HKMA Finalises Phase 2A of Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/01/2026

The updated framework introduces transition pathways and an adaptation category, and will be mandatory for government green bond projects.

ESG / Sustainability

Indonesia Joins Global Coalition to Boost Carbon Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/01/2026

Indonesia is expected to contribute its forestry expertise to efforts aimed at scaling high-integrity carbon credits and mobilising climate finance for nature-based solutions.

Securities / Derivatives

SC Malaysia to Embed Corporate Governance in Capital Market Masterplan

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/01/2026

The regulator is sharpening its focus on board accountability, sustainability and market discipline as it reviews governance standards and recognises best practices across listed companies.

ESG / Sustainability

India’s IFSCA Proposes New GIFT City Sustainable Finance Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 22/01/2026

The consultation paper seeks to deepen sustainable finance activity by widening eligible products and strengthening governance and disclosure standards.

ESG / Sustainability

Vietnam Establishes Legal Framework for Domestic Carbon Exchange

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/01/2026

New government decree outlines rules for trading, settlement, and a pilot phase with no service fees until the end of 2028.