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Enforcement
ASIC Commences First Court Action for Alleged Greenwashing
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/02/2023
ASIC alleges Mercer Superannuation made misleading statements about investment options that were marketed as suitable for members ‘deeply committed to sustainability’.

ESG / Sustainability
BNP Paribas Sued over Fossil Fuel Financing
By ESG Investor | 27/02/2023
BNP Paribas is being taken to court over its alleged failure to comply with France’s duty of vigilance law regarding climate change.

ESG / Sustainability
SEBI Consults on Regulatory Framework for ESG Disclosures, Ratings
By Manesh Samtani | 24/02/2023
The BRSR framework will be enhanced to require assurance on ESG disclosures. SEBI also proposes mandatory requirements for ESG rating providers.

Crypto / Digital Assets
Hong Kong Budget to Advance Green, Crypto Hub Ambitions
By Manesh Samtani | 23/02/2023
Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced in the government’s 2023-2024 budget that he will establish and lead a task force on virtual asset development.

ESG / Sustainability
China to Create Framework for Mandatory ESG Disclosures
By Editors | 22/02/2023
Regulators may initially introduce the new ESG disclosure requirements on a “comply or explain” basis before transitioning to a fully mandatory framework.

ESG / Sustainability
Malaysia SC Revises Guidelines for SRI Funds
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 22/02/2023
The revised guidelines incorporate requirements for SRI funds seeking to qualify as an ASEAN Sustainable and Responsible Fund, among other changes.

Crypto / Digital Assets
FSB Highlights NBFI, Crypto and DeFi as Key Priorities for 2023
By Editors | 21/02/2023
In a letter to G20 ministers, FSB chair Klaas Knot discusses commodity market vulnerabilities and work to address DeFi/crypto risks and enhance cross-border payments.

ESG / Sustainability
Bursa Malaysia to Drive Carbon Market Ecosystem Development
By Editors | 21/02/2023
A handbook on generating carbon credits will be developed, as well as a directory of carbon industry service providers to facilitate collaboration.

ESG / Sustainability
Korean Draft Law to Introduce Fines for Greenwashing
By Editors | 20/02/2023
The Ministry of Environment will fine companies up to KRW 3 million for misleading or false sustainability claims.

ESG / Sustainability
Shenzhen Bourse Enhances Listed Company Disclosure Guidelines
By Editors | 19/02/2023
Companies in certain industries will have to disclose major pollution accidents, to promote better environmental governance.
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