ESG / Sustainability

ESG / Sustainability

Korea to Cap Bank Chief Tenures, Mandate Special Shareholder Vote

By Editors | 05/02/2026

Regulators plan a six-year cap and a two-thirds approval requirement for reappointment to break up "emperor-like management" at top banks.

ESG / Sustainability

FSC Korea Outlines Plans for Introducing Mandatory ESG Disclosures

By Manesh Samtani | 05/02/2026

The regulator plans a phased-in approach starting with large firms. Scope 3 emissions will be included after a grace period

Market Infrastructure

UK and China Launch Technical Dialogue, Designate New RMB Clearing Bank

By Mark Johnston | 05/02/2026

Regulators establish technical cooperation on stability and supervision while designating Bank of China’s London Branch as a second RMB clearing bank.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai SEC to Let ESG Funds Invest in High-Scoring JUMP+ Companies

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/02/2026

New SEC rules will allow ESG funds to invest in companies under the SET’s JUMP+ programme that have high levels of corporate governance, expanding sustainable investment options.

ESG / Sustainability

Malaysia Sets Governance and Transparency Standards for Gold Industry

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/02/2026

The Principles are designed to raise standards and build investor confidence as the country seeks to attract international gold traders and refiners.

Trending

South Korea Issues New Conflict of Interest Rules for Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 04/02/2026

The guidelines, effective from July, broaden the definition of related parties and impose stricter controls.

ESG / Sustainability

Vietnam and ADB Launch $2m Initiative to Boost Green Banking Capacity

By Mark Johnston | 04/02/2026

The collaborative project aims to strengthen green banking practices, develop green taxonomy frameworks, and help the sector manage climate risks.

ESG / Sustainability

Vietnam Launches Green Transition Alliance to Boost Sustainable Growth

By Nithya Subramanian | 03/02/2026

The association will connect businesses with government and international partners, and support net-zero and ESG initiatives across the country.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Launches Green Task Force, Pledges Financial Support for Climate Goals

By Editors | 03/02/2026

The K-GX initiative will develop a national strategy supported by financial incentives and regulatory reform to drive decarbonisation and investment.