Thai banks adopt "ESG Declaration". Government sets new carbon neutrality and net zero timelines. Climate Change Bill to become law in 2023.
September 3, 2022Firms offering ESG products should expect to be subject to review to ensure marketing materials are not misleading.
August 12, 2022A draft set of indicators have been published which issuers can use to help them assess the social impacts of projects financed with social bonds.
June 3, 2022International standards could be more explicit in articulating expectations on diversity and inclusion practices.
May 28, 2022MAS managing director Ravi Menon addressed concerns that a revised scoring system for employment pass applicants could impede hiring by Singapore FIs.
May 21, 2022The SEC said having women represented on the board is a good corporate governance practice and more listed companies should strive to achieve greater boardroom diversity.
April 29, 2022At least 40 percent of the board, and at least one senior position, should be held by women. Disclosures requirements apply for accounting periods starting 1 April 2022.
April 22, 2022An FSA task force is discussing new rules that would require listed companies to disclose their ratios of women in managerial positions.
March 15, 2022The UNDP and SEC will co-create a web-based tool to help listed companies measure and manage their impact on the SDGs, among other tools.
February 10, 2022Annual reports will have to be filed at least 7 days before shareholder meetings. The quality of sustainability disclosures will also be improved.
November 30, 2021