ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

India’s IFSCA, IICA Sign MoU on Corporate Governance

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/02/2026

The partnership will roll out structured training, policy research and capacity-building initiatives aimed at strengthening corporate governance standards at GIFT City.

Securities / Derivatives

Japan FSA Finalises Corporate Sustainability Reporting Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 23/02/2026

The rules mandate SSBJ-based sustainability reporting for large firms and expand human capital disclosures, while introducing a safe harbour for Scope 3 emissions data.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea FSS to Conduct Bank Inspections with Consumer Protection Focus

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/02/2026

A new dedicated team focusing on consumer protection and governance will be deployed for inspections of KB Kookmin, Jeonbuk, and K-Bank.

ESG / Sustainability

Beijing Draws Transition Finance Lessons from Regional Pilot Schemes

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 20/02/2026

Regional initiatives to pilot green and transition finance frameworks offer insights into how China’s climate policy will shape up at the national level.

ESG / Sustainability

Taiwan Outlines Next Steps in Green and Transition Finance Action Plan

By Editors | 19/02/2026

Regulator outlines progress in green and transition-related investment and financing and plans to introduce a new green certification system in 2026.

ESG / Sustainability

SEBI Sets Up Panel to Review ESG Ratings Norms

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/02/2026

Multi-stakeholder working group to review the regulatory framework for ESG rating providers and recommend measures to improve transparency, reliability and investor confidence.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Panel to Finalise Simpler Governance Rules in 2026

By Editors | 18/02/2026

New body led by Philip Lowe will prioritise experience over personal traits for board diversity and aims to release a draft for consultation by September.

ESG / Sustainability

China Mandates Sweeping Financial Support for Rural Revitalisation

By Mark Johnston | 18/02/2026

Regulators have detailed a permanent mechanism using credit, capital markets, and insurance to prevent poverty and boost underdeveloped regions.

Securities / Derivatives

Korean Lamakers Clash Over Mandatory Treasury Share Cancellation Bill

By Mark Johnston | 17/02/2026

The Democratic Party is fast-tracking a bill to boost shareholder value, but the government and opposition warn it could leave firms defenceless against hostile takeovers.