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Sustainable Finance
SGX, Nasdaq Partner to Enhance ESG Visibility of APAC Issuers
By Editors | 15/06/2021
The addition of SGX data to Nasdaq’s sustainable bond network will enhance transparency of green, social and sustainability bonds in Asia Pacific.
Structural Regulation
China Passes Law Establishing Hainan as Free Trade Port
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/06/2021
The law states that Hainan will implement a “minimalist” investment approval system and create an “open, transparent, and predictable investment environment”.
Sustainable Finance
SGX Leverages Nikkei Partnership to Launch ESG REIT Derivatives
By Editors | 14/06/2021
The new futures contract aims to meet rising demand for integrating ESG considerations into investment portfolios, SGX said.
Anti-Bribery & Corruption
G7 Leaders Commit to Acting on Corruption, Shell Companies
By Manesh Samtani | 13/06/2021
The communique highlights a need to tackle the misuse of shell companies and curtail the ability of illicit actors to hide wealth, including in real estate.
Sustainable Finance
PBOC Set to Begin Assessing Banks’ Green Finance Performance
By Manesh Samtani | 12/06/2021
The PBOC will begin quarterly assessments of 24 major banks on their green finance performance under a new evaluation system starting 1 July.
ESG Data
Thailand: SEC Pledges Support for AIMC Sustainability Roadmap
By Manesh Samtani | 11/06/2021
The three-year roadmap includes an initiative to develop an ‘ESG Data Framework’, which will enhance the information investors can be provided on the ESG efforts of listed companies.
Structural Regulation
CBIRC Finalises Corporate Governance Guidelines for Banks, Insurers
By Manesh Samtani | 11/06/2021
Directors are required to treat shareholders fairly and guarantee their rights, demonstrate high standards of professional ethics, and protect the rights and interests of stakeholders.
Conduct, Culture & Accountability
ASIC Stresses Quality of Financial Reports, Disclosures
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 11/06/2021
The assumptions underlying estimates and assessments for financial reporting purposes should be reasonable, supportable, realistic, and not overly optimistic or pessimistic.
Reporting & Disclosures
UK Forms New Advisory Group to Work on Taxonomy
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 11/06/2021
The Green Technical Advisory Group will advise the government on developing and implementing a green taxonomy in the UK context.
Sustainable Finance
Update to Green Bond Principles Prioritises Transparency, Impact
By ESG Investor | 11/06/2021
The new guidance seeks to boost investor confidence with a focus on increased information flows and external verification.
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