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Malaysia risks missing crucial reforms as delay to climate change bill creates uncertainty
Former environment minister Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad warned prolonged delays to Malaysia's climate change bill and carbon pricing risk undermining investor confidence, while other panellists called for climate change to be treated as a national security issue and greater investment in adaptation.
Incentives for greener industry overseas exist, but there are obstacles too.
Carbon & Climate
Taiwan to direct most carbon fee revenue to local governments, business emissions‑reduction efforts
The government proposes funding for building efficiency, sustainable transport, industrial transition and climate technology as businesses seek longer-term financing for major projects.
Policy & Finance
Transition finance needs ‘realism’, not reliance on private capital alone, says Prudential chair
Emerging markets face gaps in equity financing, currency risk protection and scalable investment structures, say experts, who warn that climate projects will not be bankable without stronger policy support and financial reform.
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