The Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN) has admitted the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) as its newest member, taking the network to 97 members across 72 countries. SECP is Pakistan’s primary regulator for capital markets, the corporate sector, insurance, and non-banking financial companies. The announcement highlights SECP’s recent sustainable finance work, including Green Bonds Guidelines issued in 2021, voluntary Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Disclosure Guidelines for Listed Companies issued in 2024, and the establishment of a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group in March 2025 to guide policy reforms focused on sustainability, climate resilience, and gender inclusivity in Pakistan’s capital markets.
Sustainable Banking and Finance Network 2025-03-24
Sustainable Banking and Finance Network expands to 97 members with Pakistan’s Securities and Exchange Commission joining
The Sustainable Banking and Finance Network (SBFN) has admitted the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) as its newest member, expanding the network to 97 members across 72 countries. SECP, Pakistan’s primary regulator for capital markets, has advanced sustainable finance initiatives, including Green Bonds Guidelines, ESG Disclosure Guidelines, and a Sustainable Finance Advisory Group to enhance sustainability, climate resilience, and gender inclusivity in Pakistan’s capital markets.