ESG / SUSTAINABILITY

ESG / Sustainability

RIAA Launches 3rd Investor Toolkit to Tackle Human Rights Risks

By Editors | 02/06/2025

RIAA released the latest edition of its toolkit to help investors address human rights risks and promote ethical value chains.

ESG / Sustainability

Climate Bonds Initiative Launches Framework for Food Value Chain

By Editors | 01/06/2025

New criteria target post-farm emissions, guiding investment in sustainable food systems beyond agricultural production.

ESG / Sustainability

Singapore Appoints Committee to Review Corporate Governance Code

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Committee to examine board independence, diversity, and sustainability disclosures, ensuring Singapore remains a trusted global financial hub.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia Launches Books to Promote Islamic Ethics and Sustainability

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

A task force will also be set up to drive the adoption of environmental stewardship principles and responsible business and trade practices.

ESG / Sustainability

ASIC to Take “Pragmatic” Approach to Enforcing Climate Disclosure Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

Commissioner Kate O’Rourke discussed ASIC’s phased approach to enforcement and efforts to ease the burden on smaller entities.

ESG / Sustainability

Taiwan Mandates IFRS-Aligned Sustainability Disclosures in Annual Reports

By Editors | 29/05/2025

Large listed companies will adopt the rules first. Scope 3 emissions disclosures deferred until timelines are finalised.

ESG / Sustainability

Performance, Not Governance Ideals, Drives Acceptance of Dual Class Shares

By Manesh Samtani | 29/05/2025

Regulatory efforts should focus on fostering governance frameworks that support long-term performance and entrepreneurial vision

ESG / Sustainability

Vietnam Launches Environmental and Social Risk Handbook for Banks

By Editors | 28/05/2025

The handbook provides practical guidance to banks for building and operating effective systems for managing environmental and social risk.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Launches Programme to Cultivate Green Finance Talent

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/05/2025

The FSC, FSS, Ministry of Environment and other departments have joined hands to help financial institutions strengthen their climate finance capabilities.