Sustainability & ESG

Stablecoins

Singapore's MetaComp Executes FX Payment Using Carbon Stablecoin

By Editors | 14/08/2025

The MAS-licensed firm facilitated a same-day EUR to CNH payment using a stablecoin backed by certified carbon credits.

Reporting & Disclosures

SEC Philippines, UNICEF Urge PLCs to Embed Children’s Rights in Sustainability Plans

By Nithya Subramanian | 14/08/2025

A joint study found children’s rights largely missing from the sustainability reports of over 80 listed Philippine firms, urging stronger integration into governance and risk disclosures.

Reporting & Disclosures

Indonesia Mandates IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Reporting for 2027

By Editors | 13/08/2025

New rules adopt global ISSB standards, aiming to boost transparency on climate risk and access to green finance for listed companies and FIs.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia to Develop "Science-Based" Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Editors | 12/08/2025

The Joint Committee on Climate Change also plans to issue guidance on new reporting rules and tackle persistent climate data gaps.

Capital Adequacy

Hong Kong Finalises New Public Disclosure Rules for Insurers

By Manesh Samtani | 11/08/2025

Rules mandate annual disclosure of audited financials and detailed risk-based capital data, applying to local, foreign and run-off insurers from 2026.

Sustainable Finance

Nepal Drafts New Rules to Streamline Mobilisation of Climate Finance

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The proposed procedure establishes a central finance unit and a common fund, setting clear credit-based rules for private sector access.

Reporting & Disclosures

Bursa Malaysia to Mandate Electronic Investor Statements from 25 August

By Editors | 11/08/2025

The move aims to boost efficiency and sustainability, with exemptions for older investors and a fee for others opting for paper copies.

Sustainable Finance

China’s Next Climate Plan: Heavy Industry and Transition Finance

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 11/08/2025

As Beijing confronts the challenge of decarbonising its heavy industries, transition finance is emerging as a critical tool for its next climate chapter, writes Blake Evans-Pritchard.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan FSA Proposes EDINET Taxonomy Update, ISSB Integration Plan

By Editors | 10/08/2025

A draft 2026 taxonomy reflects recent rule changes, while a 2027 development plan confirms the future integration of ISSB sustainability standards.