Sustainability & ESG

Anti-Money Laundering

Malaysia’s Labuan FSA Outlines Plan to Prioritise Regulatory Strengthening

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/04/2026

The offshore regulator plans enhancements across key sectors while aligning with global standards, following a 13% rise in industry assets.

ESG Data

UK Regulator Pilots Reporting Regime for ESG Rating Providers

By Manesh Samtani | 29/04/2026

The FCA is seeking volunteers to test its proposed reporting framework ahead of new rules expected to take effect in 2028.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan Revamps Financial Reporting Rules to Align with IFRS 18

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 29/04/2026

The FSC has amended financial reporting rules for securities and futures firms, mandating a new income statement structure from 2028.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia Launches Carbon Market Policy, Tax on Hold

By Nithya Subramanian | 28/04/2026

The policy establishes a framework for carbon credit trading, prioritising market integrity and international cooperation ahead of a carbon tax.

Trading & Investment

Malaysia Plans Regional Shariah Screening Tool to Boost ETF Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/04/2026

The initiative aims to position the country as a hub for regional Islamic investment products, aligning with a new broader ASEAN capital markets plan.

Trading & Investment

LSEG Sees ‘Enormous Potential’ in China-UK Market Connectivity

By Editors | 27/04/2026

LSEG's China president has called for deeper collaboration in market infrastructure and regulatory alignment between the two nations.

Climate Risk

South Korea Paves Way for Emissions Futures Market with IT Pact

By Editors | 27/04/2026

KRX has signed an agreement to build the foundational IT infrastructure for a carbon futures market, aiming to enhance risk management for corporations

Sustainable Finance

Systemic Barriers Hinder Climate Finance Flows in Asian Nations - Report

By Manesh Samtani | 27/04/2026

New report finds policy incoherence, governance fragmentation, and deep-seated capacity gaps are preventing climate finance from flowing into key Asian economies.

Climate Risk

China Rolls Out New Assessment System to Enforce Climate Goals

By Mark Johnston | 27/04/2026

The new framework introduces a binding annual evaluation for provincial governments, linking officials’ performance reviews directly to carbon reduction targets.