Sustainability & ESG

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan: Revised Corporate Governance Code Takes Effect

By Manesh Samtani | 16/06/2021

The new code seeks to enhance board independence, promote board diversity, and increase attention on sustainability and ESG issues.

Cryptocurrency

More Chinese Provinces Restrict Crypto Mining Activity

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 15/06/2021

Qinghai, Yunnan, and a prefecture in Xinjiang have joined Inner Mongolia in imposing restrictions on cryptocurrency mining.

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.