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Sustainable Debt Round-up: Japan, Masdar, First Abu Dhabi Bank ... and more

Insurers need government and regulators to step up on nature, says UK TNFD engagement lead

Current environment is not conducive for insurers to underwrite and invest with nature in mind

M&G increases commitment for responAbility's gender-focused fund

ISSB tie-up with TPT sees it join crowded field of transition planning guidance

The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) will provide guidance on climate transition planning following an agreement to "assume responsibility for" the UK Transition Plan Taskforce (TPT)'s disclosure-specific materials.

Swiss impact firm provides $10m credit to TBC Bank Uzbekistan

ISSB discussing alignment issues with Australia, Faber says as he warns of extra cost

"There will be a cost" for companies and investors in jurisdictions that claim alignment with, but diverge substantially from, International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards, the chair of the board warned.

'Stand up and be counted': ISSB vice-chair urges investor pushback against divergence

Investors have been urged to "stand up and be counted" by pressuring regulators to align with International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards, in a call by the group's vice-chair, Sue Lloyd.

Korea publishes ISSB-based draft disclosure standards

'Minimal additional effort' to build on ISSB to meet CSRD, says EU-ISSB guidance

EU companies reporting under European standards can comply with global standards "with minimal additional effort", according to the European Commission.

What is the most important skill you need to succeed in sustainable finance?

While data skills are important in determining whether you get a job in sustainable finance, communication skills are key to making a success of these jobs, write Rory Sullivan and Nicky Amos