ESG / SUSTAINABILITY

ESG / Sustainability

UNEP FI Issues Guidance for Banks on Climate Adaptation and Resilience

By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

New framework urges integration of adaptation into strategy, risk management, and client engagement.

ESG / Sustainability

Japan Regulators Publish Second Climate Risk Analysis for Banks

By Nithya Subramanian | 31/07/2025

FSA and BOJ analysis focused on short-term transition risks and identifed key gaps in data, modelling, and risk management integration.

ESG / Sustainability

Australian Bodies Launch Initiative to Support Climate Reporting

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2025

A new partnership aims to help Australian businesses prepare for upcoming mandatory climate and sustainability disclosure requirements.

ESG / Sustainability

BSP Issues New Guidance on Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2025

The BSP has released fresh clarifications for banks on the application of its green taxonomy framework.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia Rolls Out Sustainable Islamic Repo Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/07/2025

The move is expected to drive innovation, liquidity, and sustainable growth in the country’s Islamic finance ecosystem.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia SIDC Partners CASI to Boost ASEAN Sustainable Finance Talent

By Editors | 30/07/2025

The partnership aims to advance regional sustainable finance education, coinciding with the launch of a new advanced certification for capital market professionals.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC Proposes Major Shakeup of Conflicts of Interest Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025

ASIC seeks feedback on first update in 20 years, introducing broader scope, new examples and a 'roadmap' of obligations.

ESG / Sustainability

Hong Kong SFC Calls for Rethink of 'Perfunctory' Director Training

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025

The SFC's Chairman says tailored, group-based training is vital for board performance and to maintain the city's status as a global financial hub.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Mandates Faster Disclosure of Listing Rule Waivers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/07/2025

ASX is requiring listed companies to announce details of any waivers received within one business day. A disclosure can be made later if it relates to a confidential issue.