Posts By Regulation Asia
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Asia-Pacific
BIS Launches APAC Green Bond Fund
Third BIS green bond fund to channel central bank reserves to green projects in the Asia and Pacific region.
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Asia-Pacific
China Stress Tests Find Default Risks in High-emitting Sectors
Defaults in thermal power, steel and cement sectors may increase if companies in those sectors do not shift to low-carbon alternatives.
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Europe
Russia Facing Comprehensive Sanctions Over Ukraine Invasion
The US is targeting all ten of Russia’s largest financial institutions; Russian access to most major markets has been restricted.
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Asia-Pacific
Philippines’ Banks Urged to Adhere to Sustainable Finance Roadmap
Lending to activities considered sustainable and environment-friendly will qualify FIs for incentives, such as preferential rediscount rates.
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Asia-Pacific
Philippines Consults on ASEAN Sustainable Fund Standards
Securities watchdog consulting on expectations for sustainable funds, including issuance trends, investment drivers and regulatory requirements.
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Asia-Pacific
Tokyo Exchange Plans Digitally Tracked Green Bond
JPX intends to issue the bond to help it achieve carbon neutrality, while enabling investors to track its progress over time.
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Asia-Pacific
Singapore Outlines Skill Set for Sustainable Finance
Technical skills and competencies set out for FIs to use to upskill finance professionals and build deeper talent pools for sustainable finance.
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Asia-Pacific
Japan’s FSA Steps up Focus on ESG Ratings, Data Quality
FSA subcommittee established to formalise discussions with ESG rating and data providers on quality and reliability.
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Asia-Pacific
MAS to Issue New Anti-Greenwashing Rules for ESG Funds
Greenwashing poses a “real and present danger” to industry efforts to advance sustainability considerations in their investment processes.
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Europe
EBA Issues New Climate Disclosures for European Banks
Once approved by the European Commission, EU banks will have to start making climate disclosures in 2023, with full phase-in by June...
