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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.

10 Aug 2026

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After weeks of dangerous playing conditions, scientists say the tournament has become a defining example of climate change's growing impact on global sport.

Bangkok flood

The proposals build on years of cooperation between Bangkok and Tokyo following the catastrophic 2011 floods and recent inundation in southern Thailand.

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Rising heat linked to climate change is expected to increase health risks for players, workers and spectators at many sporting venues by 2050.

14 July 2026

7 July 2026

A view of Taipei's city centre.

2 July 2026

Much of Asia's infrastructure was built for a more predictable world, one that no longer exists

1 July 2026

Taiwan's move comes as governments across Asia increasingly use carbon pricing to finance decarbonisation while maintaining industrial competitiveness

23 June 2026

An aerial view of Singapore's marina bay featuring iconic architecture and bustling sea traffic.

5 June 2026

The calls for action come as Asia faces mounting climate risks.

27 May 2026

[2] Laos said that it will temporarily suspend imports of petrol- and diesel-powered vehicles until the end of 2026.

26 May 2026

Taiwan sustainability award winners linked to environmental, labour breaches

25 May 2026

11 May 2026

The Transmutation Principle team in Singapore.

7 May 2026

South Korea’s state-run power generators have been unable to provide long-term financial forecasts for their coal-fired power assets

5 May 2026

Taiwan rolls out urban forestry, water plans to tackle climate risks

4 May 2026

24 April 2026

Japan firms least confident on net zero among G7, BSI survey shows

22 April 2026

Earth Day Tokyo 2026

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