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