Climate Risk

Reporting & Disclosures

Singapore Developing Cross-Border Renewable Energy Certificate Framework

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/10/2025

The initiative aims to harmonise renewable energy tracking across Southeast Asia and support credible cross-border electricity trade.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia Launches World's First-Ever Carbon Credit Sukuk

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/10/2025

The Climate Sukuk blends Islamic finance, carbon credits and digital innovation to fund verified climate projects and advance sustainable finance innovation.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan Finalises IFRS-aligned Sustainability Reporting Rules

By Editors | 29/10/2025

Listed firms will be required to report on sustainability in annual reports from 2026, but a two-year extension will be granted for Scope 3 emissions.

Sustainable Finance

APAC Banks Among Top Financiers in $1.6 Trillion Fossil Fuel Push

By Editors | 29/10/2025

New data shows major banks from China and Japan are among the top ten global financiers of fossil fuels since 2021, funding projects that challenge climate goals.

Climate Risk

HKMA Issues Additional Guidance on Climate Risk Management

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

The HKMA is urging banks to adopt quantitative metrics, bridge data gaps, and embed climate considerations across all traditional risk types.

Reporting & Disclosures

New Zealand FMA Grants ‘No Action’ Relief on Climate Reporting

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/10/2025

The FMA is granting temporary relief to entities set to be excluded from its climate reporting regime, which will see thresholds significantly raised.

Climate Risk

Hong Kong to Issue Additional Guidance on Climate Risk

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/10/2025

The HKMA will soon release additional guidance after observing banks making progress in quantitative frameworks and data-driven approaches.

Sustainable Finance

Sri Lanka Launches National Climate Finance Strategy

By Editors | 27/10/2025

The strategy identifies 12 key financial instruments to help meet over USD 10 billion in climate needs and attract private capital.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China: New Five-Year Plan Emphasises Tech Driven Growth

By Editors | 27/10/2025

New five-year plan prioritises self-reliance, domestic demand, and national security, as a key meeting confirms the expulsion of senior officials.