ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

Taiwan Launches TWD 300 Billion Scheme for Insurer Investments

By Mark Johnston | 19/04/2026

The FSC is offering incentives to steer insurance funds into strategic sectors including semiconductors, AI, and infrastructure over the next three years.

ESG / Sustainability

Japanese Firms Enter Emissions Credit Market Ahead of Caps

By Nithya Subramanian | 19/04/2026

Around 110 companies are joining Japan’s J-Credit market ahead of mandatory emissions caps set to be introduced from autumn 2027.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Exchange to End Simplified Disclosures, Name Low-PBR Firms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/04/2026

KRX is tightening requirements for its ‘Corporate Value-up’ programme, pushing for more detailed plans and targeting underperforming companies for public disclosure.

Securities / Derivatives

Pakistan Approves First Shariah-Compliant Credit Risk Product

By Editors | 17/04/2026

The new takaful-based product aims to expand financing for underserved sectors by providing an alternative to conventional credit guarantees.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea to Review Asset Manager Proxy Voting and Disclosure

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/04/2026

The FSS will examine the proxy voting records of around 500 firms to bolster market transparency and fiduciary duties.

Securities / Derivatives

OJK Indonesia Launches Roadmaps for Derivatives and Sustainable Finance

By Nithya Subramanian | 16/04/2026

OJK has released two five-year plans to deepen market infrastructure, enhance investor protection, and boost ESG-linked financing.

ESG / Sustainability

Global Investors Press Philippines on Sustainable Bond Disclosures

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 16/04/2026

Concerns over a corruption scandal prompt international asset managers to demand stricter reporting on the use of proceeds from sustainability-linked debt.

ESG / Sustainability

China Launches Eight-Point Plan to Tackle Corporate Fraud

By Mark Johnston | 16/04/2026

The CSRC has launched a special campaign focusing on eight key areas, including mandatory pay clawbacks for executives at firms engaged in financial fraud.

ESG / Sustainability

Bangladesh Passes Controversial Law Allowing Defaulters to Reclaim Banks

By Mark Johnston | 15/04/2026

The new law has sparked outrage, with critics warning it creates a legal path to "rehabilitate looters" with a nominal down payment.