Asean Capital Markets Group Tackles Action Plan FAQs for Swimming Professionals Note that the title seems to be a play on words, as swimming professionals likely refer to people who work in the swimming community, rather than actual swimmers. intended to be attention-grabbing and humorous, rather than taken literally.

Asean Capital Markets Group Tackles Action Plan FAQs for Swimming Professionals

As a professional in the swimming community, you may be curious about the latest developments in the world of capital markets, particularly in Southeast Asia. In this blog post, we'll dive into the recent meeting of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (Asean) Capital Markets Forum (ACMF) and address common questions and concerns related to their action plan.

What is the Asean Capital Markets Forum?

The ACMF is a high-level group comprising capital market regulators from Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. This platform enables these countries to collaborate on fostering sustainable, resilient, and interconnected capital markets in the region.

What was discussed during the recent ACMF meeting?

During the 42nd Chairs' Meeting, the ACMF reaffirmed its commitment to developing an action plan (AP2026) that will shape the region's capital markets from 2026-2030. The group also reviewed key principles and strategic thrusts for AP2026, which will be crafted in collaboration with member states and incorporating stakeholder feedback.

What are some of the key initiatives outlined in the ACMF Action Plan?

The AP2026 focuses on

Building upon the achievements of the previous action plan (AP2021-2025) to ensure the region's capital markets remain robust, inclusive, and adaptive to evolving financial landscapes.
Developing a Carbon Market Ecosystem roadmap through a new technical assistance collaboration with the Economic Research Institute for Asean and East Asia (ERIA).
Establishing a Mitigation, Adaptation, Resilience, and Sustainable Finance (MARS) Framework to enhance climate adaptation finance measures across the region.
Expanding technical training on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement and disclosure.
Enhancing cross-border investment opportunities through the Asean collective investment schemes (CIS) framework.

How does the ACMF's work pertain to sustainability?

The ACMF is committed to fostering sustainable capital markets in the region. To achieve this, they

Reinforce engagement with the IFRS Foundation's International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB).
Develop a taxonomy for sustainable finance.
Promote transparency and disclosure of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.

What about talent development and regulatory excellence?

The ACMF is committed to building capacity among its member states' regulators. To achieve this, they

Reviewed outcomes from their governance, stewardship, and sustainability capacity-building event held in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Discussed temporary assignments in the Asean Young Regulators (AYR) program and internal capacity-building sessions conducted in Phnom Penh.

Conclusion

The ACMF's action plan is a significant step towards fostering sustainable, resilient, and interconnected capital markets in Southeast Asia. By addressing common questions and concerns related to their work, we hope this blog post has provided valuable insights for swimming professionals like you. Remember that the ACMF's efforts pertain not only to the financial sector but also to the broader community and the environment.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

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