ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

UN Reports Chart Uneven Progress on Gender Equality in Asian Boardrooms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/03/2026

New data shows that while boardroom representation is rising across the APAC, a steep drop-off persists in executive roles and regulatory approaches vary widely.

AML / KYC

Australia’s Federal Court Finds Two Star Execs Breached Duties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

A landmark judgment clears seven non-executive directors but finds two senior executives failed in their duties regarding money laundering risks.

ESG / Sustainability

MAS Issues Transition Planning Guidelines for Financial Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/03/2026

The new supervisory guidance requires banks, insurers and asset managers to strengthen climate risk management and support economy-wide transition efforts.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea FSS Urges Savings Banks to Be 'Dependable Partners' for Local Economies

By Mark Johnston | 06/03/2026

The call comes as the regulator mandates new executive responsibility maps and offers incentives for inclusive lending to smaller businesses.

ESG / Sustainability

SFC Chief Outlines Five-Point Strategy for Maintaining Market Resilience

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

Julia Leung warns against complacency amid market buoyancy, outlining a five-point strategy for APAC to build resilience through technology and collaboration.

ESG / Sustainability

Philippines Finance Group, State Bank Launch ESG Guide

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/03/2026

The guide provides practical advice on integrating ESG principles, with state-owned LANDBANK to distribute it to farmers and cooperatives.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia Seeks Feedback on National Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/03/2026

BNM and the SC have launched a consultation on a unified, science-based framework to classify sustainable activities, aligned with ASEAN standards.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Confirms Tax Overhaul Plan for Funds and Family Offices

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

The plan expands eligible assets to include digital assets and private credit, while introducing new economic substance requirements for funds seeking exemptions.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippines SEC Sets Out Regulatory Framework for Sukuk Issuance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

The new framework details requirements for Shari'ah governance, issuer registration, disclosure, and continuing obligations to develop the country's Islamic capital market.