The UNEP FI Regional Roundtable Asia Pacific was held in person on 24-25 May in Seoul, South Korea. The event convened 375+ UNEP FI members, policymakers, civil society organisations, and academia to discuss the advancement of sustainable finance, its challenges, and solutions in Asia Pacific.
You can view photos from the event here.
Speeches
Welcome Address - Eric Usher, Head, UNEP FI
Opening keynote - Kim So Young, Vice Chairman, Financial Services Commission, Korea
Welcome keynote - Ok Dong Jin, Chairman & CEO, Shinhan Financial Group
Keynote speech - Young-Joo Ham, Chairman & CEO, Hana Financial Group
Keynote speech - Dr Sang-hyup Kim, Co-chair of the Presidential Commission on Carbon Neutrality and Green Growth
Panels
Financing the transition towards a sustainable future in Asia Pacific
Strengthening the regulatory landscape of sustainable finance in Asia Pacific
The future of responsible banking in Asia Pacific
What does the Global Biodiversity Framework mean for Asia Pacific
Achieving net zero in Asia Pacific
Financing sustainable development through a just and inclusive transition in Asia PAcific
Deep dive into impact and target setting for banks
Next steps on adaptation and climate stress testing for financial institutions
Role of data in assessing and managing ESG risk
The role of insurance in creating a sustainable future
Climate smart insurance solutions in Asia Pacific
Managing environmental, social and governance risks in life & health insurance business
Need for active client engagement while decarbonizing portfolios
Addressing financial health in financial institutions
