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It is the latest case of scrutiny over alleged investor exposure to Myanmar’s military junta.

The proposals give the option of voluntary compliance for smaller firms.

New guidance provides detail on the ESG disclosures and risk management systems that will be assessed under the EU’s prudential regime.

Guy's & St Thomas' Foundation working on air pollution corporate benchmark to address 'blind spot' for investors.

Majority of SLB issuers yet to hit end of 2023 goals per Barclays; Daoist ESG investor hub to be set up in Hong Kong.

Attention will turn to banks, credit ratings agencies and regulators to ensure climate risks are accounted for.

The Japanese pension fund reported improved ESG ratings for portfolio companies following third-party engagement.

Climate adaptation was found to have the least signatory support, compared to other sustainability topics.

Momentum is building for sustainable finance in Japan, with topics such as transition finance and human rights rapidly rising up the agenda, says Arisa Kishigami.

The company had previously been the target of high-profile exclusions and divestments.