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Actis closes Asian transition fund at $560m

Hong Kong to launch ISSB adoption roadmap by end of year

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is to launch a roadmap on adoption of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) before the end of the year.

HKMC issues largest social bond in Asia Pacific

Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation (HKMC) has raised around $3 billion from its third social bond transaction, becoming the largest social bond deal in Asia Pacific to date.

Hong Kong publishes ESG ratings and data code of conduct

Hong Kong has followed jurisdictions including Japan and the UK in publishing a code of conduct for ESG ratings and data, covering aspects such as transparency of methodologies and avoiding potential conflicts of interest.

Sustainable Debt Round-up: Hong Kong, NatWest, Sodexo ... and more

Bond round-up: Dow, Snam, Hong Kong and ... more

Hong Kong raises $750m from second 'digital' green bond

Hong Kong has raised more than $750 million from a multi-currency green bond, issued in digital format using blockchain technology.

Hong Kong regulators identify promoting transition finance among work priorities

HKMA confirms it is 'fine-tuning' final Hong Kong taxonomy

Hong Kong green taxonomy due 'very soon'

The first version of the Hong Kong green taxonomy is due to be published "very soon" with the expectation it will be expanded into transition activities, according to a senior official at the financial regulator.