Reporting & Disclosures

Reporting & Disclosures

UN Reports Chart Uneven Progress on Gender Equality in Asian Boardrooms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/03/2026

New data shows that while boardroom representation is rising across the APAC, a steep drop-off persists in executive roles and regulatory approaches vary widely.

Climate Risk

MAS Issues Transition Planning Guidelines for Financial Sector

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/03/2026

The new supervisory guidance requires banks, insurers and asset managers to strengthen climate risk management and support economy-wide transition efforts.

Structural Regulation

SFC Chief Outlines Five-Point Strategy for Maintaining Market Resilience

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

Julia Leung warns against complacency amid market buoyancy, outlining a five-point strategy for APAC to build resilience through technology and collaboration.

Reporting & Disclosures

Philippines Finance Group, State Bank Launch ESG Guide

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/03/2026

The guide provides practical advice on integrating ESG principles, with state-owned LANDBANK to distribute it to farmers and cooperatives.

Reporting & Disclosures

Malaysia Seeks Feedback on National Sustainable Finance Taxonomy

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/03/2026

BNM and the SC have launched a consultation on a unified, science-based framework to classify sustainable activities, aligned with ASEAN standards.

Reporting & Disclosures

Taiwan FSC Flags Governance, Transparency Gaps in ESG Review

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 03/03/2026

The FSC’s third annual review found common weaknesses in governance, transparency, and environmental protection across all financial sectors.

Sustainable Finance

SEBI Issues Norms for Independent Reviewers of Green Debt Securities

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/03/2026

SEBI has updated requirements for appointing third-party reviewers and certifiers of green bonds and loans to enhance accountability, expertise and investor confidence.

Sustainable Finance

Philippines SEC Pushes ASEAN for Sustainable Finance Implementation

By Manesh Samtani | 02/03/2026

As 2026 ASEAN Capital Markets Forum chair, the regulator is spearheading a shift from framework development to creating tangible market impact.

Sustainable Finance

WFE Guide Outlines Path for Issuers to Access Transition Finance

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/03/2026

New guide details how to build credible transition plans, choose the right instruments, and navigate a complex, evolving regulatory landscape to tap into the market.