Sustainability & ESG

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Philippines SEC Proposes Roadmap for ISSB-Aligned Sustainability Reporting

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/08/2025

    The SEC has proposed a phased timeline for adopting ISSB-aligned standards, including bringing large non-listed companies into scope from 2029.

    Cryptocurrency

    Hong Kong Touts Stability in Business Report, Flags 'Property Connect' Talks

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/08/2025

    New government report details plans for wealth management, digital assets, and a potential 'property connect' that allows Mainland buyers to purchase Hong Kong property.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Taiwan Extends IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Rules to Banks, FHCs

    By Editors | 01/08/2025

    Following a similar move for brokers, Taiwan's regulator has proposed phased-in sustainability reporting for banks and financial holding companies from 2026.

    Sustainable Finance

    GIFT City Regulator Issues New Framework for Transition Bonds

    By Nithya Subramanian | 31/07/2025

    Issuers must ensure that transition bond proceeds are used exclusively for projects are aligned with international taxonomies and climate transition pathways.

    Climate Risk

    UNEP FI Issues Guidance for Banks on Climate Adaptation and Resilience

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/07/2025

    New framework urges integration of adaptation into strategy, risk management, and client engagement.

    Climate Risk

    Japan Regulators Publish Second Climate Risk Analysis for Banks

    By Nithya Subramanian | 31/07/2025

    FSA and BOJ analysis focused on short-term transition risks and identifed key gaps in data, modelling, and risk management integration.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Australian Bodies Launch Initiative to Support Climate Reporting

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2025

    A new partnership aims to help Australian businesses prepare for upcoming mandatory climate and sustainability disclosure requirements.

    Sustainable Finance

    BSP Issues New Guidance on Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/07/2025

    The BSP has released fresh clarifications for banks on the application of its green taxonomy framework.

    Structural Regulation

    Japan Issues Progress Update on Asset Management Hub Initiatives

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/07/2025

    FSA outlines progress on deregulation and support schemes in Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, and Fukuoka aimed at attracting overseas investment managers.

    Sustainable Finance

    Malaysia Rolls Out Sustainable Islamic Repo Framework

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/07/2025

    The move is expected to drive innovation, liquidity, and sustainable growth in the country’s Islamic finance ecosystem.

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