Insurers

The latest developments in sustainable finance: Japan targets 30% women on boards by 2030; WEF partners with ISSB to convene best practice group.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: IIGCC, TPI Centre launch net zero standard for banks; Malaysia Exchange to crack down on companies failing to meet board diversity rules.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: MAS to consult on inclusion of coal phase-out in taxonomy; New Zealand FMA to launch new guidance for climate-related disclosures regime.

Japanese insurer Sompo and Australian insurer QBE departures mark eighth and ninth exits from NZIA.

Insurance giants' departures are the latest in a flurry of exits from NZIA.

US House committee announces attorney general hearing on ESG, $10trn coalition calls for more action on plastics.

The ECB issued a separate warning on the quality of banks’ climate-related disclosures.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: MAS launches net-zero plan; European Parliament adopts deforestation law; ISSB to request feedback on its upcoming priorities.

The latest ESG movers and shakers: AIGCC adds two board members; Stör promoted to head of ESG integration at Munich Re.

The Swiss insurer is the second to drop out of initiative following Munich Re last week.