Sustainability & ESG

    Reporting & Disclosures

    ASEAN-BAC, ACCA Launch Push for Regional Sustainability Reporting Standards

    By Editors | 04/07/2025

    ASEAN business and accountancy bodies have launched a joint statement calling for unified sustainability reporting rules based on ISSB standards.

    Reporting & Disclosures

    ISSB Launches Major Consultation to Revise SASB Standards

    By Editors | 04/07/2025

    The ISSB has launched a major consultation to revise its industry-specific SASB standards to align with IFRS S1 and S2.

    image

    Climate Risk

    Japan Regulators Deepen Climate Risk Scrutiny with New Scenario Tests

    By Editors | 02/07/2025

    Separate analyses for banks and insurers highlight growing transition and physical risks, urging firms to enhance risk management frameworks.

    image

    Structural Regulation

    Japan’s FSA Unveils Action Plan to Bolster Corporate Governance

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2025

    “Action Program 2025” targets corporate cash hoarding, board independence, and cross-shareholdings, and proposes a safe harbour rule for sustainability disclosures.

    image

    Structural Regulation

    Vietnam Approves Dual-Hub International Financial Centre Plan

    By Editors | 01/07/2025

    The plan establishes hubs in Ho Chi Minh City and Da Nang with special policies on tax, forex, and law to attract investment.

    image

    Sustainable Finance

    Taiwan Partners with EEX to Develop Carbon Trading System

    By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2025

    The agreement with Europe’s EEX aims to help Taiwan build its own emissions trading system and align with global standards.

    image

    Sustainable Finance

    ICMA Principles Release Guidance on Sustainable Bonds for Nature

    By Editors | 27/06/2025

    A new practitioner’s guide and other updates aim to enhance transparency and standardisation in the sustainable bond market.

    image

    Reporting & Disclosures

    Singapore Business Federation Calls for Climate Disclosure Deadline Extension

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

    The SBF recommends extending the compliance deadline by 1-2 years to allow small- and mid-cap companies to build up their capabilities.

    image

    Sustainable Finance

    HKMA, AIIB Agree to Support Emerging Asia Venture Capital

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 27/06/2025

    HKMA and AIIB will collaborate to invest in a portfolio of VC funds that prioritise green technology across emerging markets in Asia.

    image

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Thailand Launches Initiatives to Boost Listed Company Value

    By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

    The stock exchange and securities regulator announced two new programmes to enhance corporate governance, transparency, and investor confidence.

    JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER

    An exclusive weekly selection of top stories from the Regulation Asia editorial team.