Japan

English language disclosures are now part of the Corporate Governance Code, and considered a key factor to boost foreign participation in Japanese markets.

The JCBA and JVCEA are asking for income from crypto-asset transactions to be taxed separately at a rate of 20 percent, rather than together with other income.

ESG-related information disclosed on each company's website for the most recent three months will be displayed on the portal.

QUICK Corp will disseminate real time market information obtained from Osaka Digital Exchange's Proprietary Trading System for listed securities.

Nonbank swap dealers domiciled in Japan would be able to satisfy certain US capital and financial reporting requirements by complying with comparable requirements in Japan.

JPX will develop an environment that promotes innovation and growth in companies, while also improving financial literacy and promoting asset building by households.

JPX and JPXI will work with IR platform operator Minsetsu to promote communications between listed companies and investors.

Japan's self-regulatory body for the crypto industry is being criticised for poor governance, lack of skilled staff, and slow implementation of AML rules.

The guidance outlines the different ways FIs can provide support to clients in their climate change response and transition efforts.

The Code of Conduct offers six principles for ESG evaluation and data providers to adopt, and is open for consultaiton until 5 September.