Sustainability & ESG

Emerging Prudential Risks

India’s Financial Regulators Need Greater Independence: Report

By Nithya Subramanian | 08/04/2025

Report by the IMF and World Bank raises concerns over the MOF’s ability to overturn regulatory decisions, including those by RBI.

Trading & Investment

Japan Exchange Group Unveils Plan to Boost Global Presence

By Thisanka Siripala | 07/04/2025

JPX is boosting investor access and shareholder protection while championing sustainability through carbon markets and ESG investment.

Sustainable Finance

China Issues First Ever Sovereign Green Bond in London

By Manesh Samtani | 06/04/2025

The issuance is being called a “milestone” and “landmark event”, with total subscriptions hitting around 6.9 times the issuance value.

Reporting & Disclosures

ISSB Launches Roadmap Tool to Aid Adoption of Sustainability Standards

By Thisanka Siripala | 04/04/2025

The Roadmap Tool offers jurisdictions practical support and guidance to navigate the complexities of regulatory adoption.

Reporting & Disclosures

SSBJ: Japan Sustainability Reporting Standards Align with ISSB

By Thisanka Siripala | 04/04/2025

The Sustainability Standards Board of Japan published documents explaining the degree of alignment with the ISSB Standards.

Sustainable Finance

Taiwan FSC Expands Investment Scope for Insurance Funds

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/04/2025

The amendments aim to channel insurance funds into strategic industries with emphasis on infrastructure and sustainable and green finance initiatives.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan FSA Issues Updated Guidelines on Preparing Securities Reports

By Thisanka Siripala | 03/04/2025

The updated guidelines aim to improve the quality of disclosures related to sustainability, corporate governance, and risk management.

AI Risk & Governance

AFRC Sets Out Strategic Priorities for 2025-2027

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 02/04/2025

AFRC’s three-year strategic plan considers rapid advancements in technology, especially relating to AI, and an increasing focus on sustainability.

Reporting & Disclosures

SEBI Introduces “Green Credit Programme” Disclosures for Listed Companies

By Nithya Subramanian | 01/04/2025

The new framework allows businesses to opt for assessment or assurance, and defers value chain disclosures by a year.