Reporting & Disclosures

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.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia SIDC Partners CASI to Boost ASEAN Sustainable Finance Talent

By Editors | 30/07/2025

The partnership aims to advance regional sustainable finance education, coinciding with the launch of a new advanced certification for capital market professionals.

Sustainable Finance

SC Malaysia: Sustainability to Anchor New Capital Market Masterplan

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/07/2025

The focus of CMP4 will be on mobilising capital for energy transition, climate adaptation, and resilience in alignment with national and ASEAN-level climate goals.

Reporting & Disclosures

ASEAN Needs Stronger Voice in Sustainability Reporting: ACCA

By Manesh Samtani | 30/07/2025

A new report calls for coordinated advocacy and ISSB alignment to manage risks, ease the reporting burden, and reflect the region's economic importance.

Reporting & Disclosures

New ESG Guidance Released for Business Valuation Professionals

By Nithya Subramanian | 29/07/2025

The guidance outlines how valuation professionals can identify, request, and incorporate ESG-related information into business valuations under IVS 2025.

Sustainable Finance

Malaysia Launches New ESG Body to Facilitate Green Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/07/2025

SEAM will connect firms with ESG solution providers and help members access sustainable finance through verified performance data.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan Proposes IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Disclosure Rules for Brokers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 28/07/2025

The FSC plans to phase in mandatory sustainability disclosures for securities and futures firms from the 2026 fiscal year, aligning with international standards.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Malaysia SC Signals Shift to Mandatory Corporate Governance Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 25/07/2025

The SC is reviewing its corporate governance code, with a new version due in 2026 that could introduce compulsory requirements for listed firms.

Reporting & Disclosures

IFRS Foundation Issues "Near-Final" Guidance on Reporting Uncertainties

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 25/07/2025

The guidance shows how companies can improve the reporting of uncertainties in financial statements, using climate-related examples as practical illustrations.