Climate Risk

    Reporting on regulatory responses, risk management practices, and financial impacts of climate-related risks, including physical and transitional risks.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    IAIS Roadmap Targets Financial Stability Risks and Climate Change

    By Editors | 21/01/2026

    The IAIS will enhance monitoring of insurers' investments in alternative assets, advance efforts on climate risks, and publish an operational resilience paper early this year.

    Sustainable Finance

    Japanese Firms Weigh Return to NZAM With Less Demanding Climate Goals

    By Mark Johnston | 16/01/2026

    The Net Zero Asset Managers initiatives will restart with relaxed requirements to navigate US legal risks and political pressure.

    Sustainable Finance

    World Bank, BNM Urge Reforms to Unlock Islamic Climate Finance

    By Manesh Samtani | 15/01/2026

    A new report finds a massive climate funding gap in OIC nations, calling for targeted reforms to mainstream Islamic finance instruments.

    Cryptocurrency

    Thailand SET Targets Crypto ETF, Faster IPOs in New Strategic Plan

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 14/01/2026

    The Stock Exchange of Thailand unveiled a new three-year plan to tackle falling liquidity and confidence by introducing new products and streamlining listing rules for foreign firms.

    Sustainable Finance

    Philippines Central Bank Extends Green Lending Incentives for Banks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 13/01/2026

    The BSP has prolonged measures allowing higher lending limits and reserve exemptions for sustainable projects to support the country's climate transition.

    Sustainable Finance

    China Unveils Green Consumption Plan with Directives for Financial Sector

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/01/2026

    New multi-agency notice encourages FIs to increase credit support, innovate products, and back green infrastructure projects.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    China Issues CSR and ESG Guidelines for Outbound Enterprises

    By Editors | 05/01/2026

    New guidelines detail expectations on environmental protection, labour rights, anti-corruption, and data security for Chinese firms abroad.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Taiwan Sets Phased IFRS Sustainability Reporting Rules for Brokers

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/12/2025

    New regulations mandate phased adoption of IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards from 2026, including third-party assurance for GHG emissions.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    China Issues Climate Disclosure Standard With Path to Mandatory Reporting

    By Mark Johnston | 29/12/2025

    The trial standard, aligned with global frameworks, requires voluntary reporting for now but outlines a gradual transition to mandatory disclosure.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Philippines Mandates IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Reporting in Phased Rollout

    By Editors | 26/12/2025

    The SEC has adopted PFRS S1 and S2, setting a tiered timeline for mandatory disclosure and external assurance for listed and large private firms.

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