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June 24, 2026

Indonesia

Strengthening governance, securing resilience

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Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2026, Indonesia Convention Exhibition, Jakarta, Indonesia

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July 24, 2026

Malaysia

Making circularity work: Aligning policy, markets and stakeholders

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The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur

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August 19, 2026

Philippines

Charting a shared future: Pathways for a resilient Asean

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Metro Manila

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September 10, 2026

Singapore

Igniting capital, powering progress

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Suntec Singapore

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September 23, 2026

Thailand

Ambition to action: Accelerating Thailand’s transition

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One Bangkok Forum, Bangkok

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November 5, 2026

Hong Kong

Catalysing global capital for the future

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To be confirmed

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Unlocking Capital for Sustainability

Established since 2018, Unlocking capital for sustainability is an annual premiere event organised by Eco-Business in partnership with UN Environment Programme (UNEP) that brings together high-level decision makers in finance, business, government and civic society to discuss and commit to actionable initiatives that mobilise the capital markets for sustainable development.

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The financial sector stands at a crossroads of change: Since the 2008 global financial crisis, the role of finance in building equitable, sustainable economies has been extensively debated across societies. Set amid this backdrop is the rise of sustainable finance, which allocates capital with an environmental, social and governance (ESG) lens to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Despite the encouraging momentum, however, the deployment of sustainability-driven capital remains small relatively to the size of global markets. Unlocking capital for sustainability aims to accelerate the growth and adoption of sustainable finance in capital markets, with a particular emphasis on Asia Pacific.

Singapore

Igniting capital, powering progress

September 10, 2026

Suntec Singapore

What we're talking about

Synopsis

Asia will need to move beyond ambitious climate target-setting to implementation, underpinned by credible financial and investment drivers. This will require directing capital towards long-term climate adaptation and disaster resilience, while addressing emerging risks from nature loss, waste and water and food security.  At the same time, mitigating emissions through a coal phase-out and renewable energy expansion must continue.

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The 2026 edition of Unlocking capital for sustainability – Singapore will convene leading policymakers, investors and industry players to chart credible transition pathways for Singapore and the region.

Key Speakers

Malaysia

Making circularity work: Aligning policy, markets and stakeholders

July 24, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur

What we're talking about

Synopsis

As part of this year’s Unlocking capital for sustainability – Malaysia, this invitation-only roundtable will bring together policymakers, subject-matter experts and solution providers to discuss:

• How will Malaysia’s upcoming Circular Economy Act create the regulatory consistency that is needed to address the gaps to EPR adoption, including finance?

• What are the financial, infrastructure and capacity-related gaps hindering stakeholder participation, such as the informal sector?

• And how to create market mechanisms that fairly benefit all parties while scaling circular economy solutions?

Key Speakers

Philippines

Charting a shared future: Pathways for a resilient Asean

August 19, 2026

Metro Manila

What we're talking about

Synopsis

As Asean chair, the Philippines is positioning itself as a regional catalyst for climate action and economic resiliency against a turbulent global geopolitical environment. The 2026 edition of Unlocking capital for sustainability – Philippines will convene policymakers, financial leaders and industry players to determine credible pathways for resilient growth in the region.

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These include mobilising international and private investments into climate adaptation, disaster preparedness and regional energy connectivity, especially amid retreating domestic funds, while addressing the emerging challenges of food insecurity, waste and climate litigation. By galvanising efforts, the Philippines will create a pathway for a resilient Asean amid an era of heightened geoeconomic confrontation and global uncertainties.

Key Speakers

Indonesia

Strengthening governance, securing resilience

June 24, 2026

Global Sustainable Development Congress (GSDC) 2026, Indonesia Convention Exhibition, Jakarta, Indonesia

What we're talking about

Synopsis

Indonesia is at a critical juncture. Faced with pressing governance gaps, deforestation and resource constraints, coupled with the need to attract investments amid civil unrest and a turbulent geopolitical environment, how the country navigates these issues will determine its domestic resiliency and regional leadership.

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The 2026 edition of Unlocking capital for sustainability – Indonesia will convene leading decision-makers to explore how credible governance reforms can reduce risk, mobilise investment and secure resilient growth while aligning with the country’s long-term economic aspirations.

Key Speakers

Hong Kong

Catalysing global capital for the future

November 5, 2026

To be confirmed

What we're talking about

Synopsis

Hong Kong, a vital gateway between China and the world, is poised to lead Asia’s net zero transition by leveraging its deep financial markets, revitalising multilateralism and scaling climate technology. 

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Demand is being driven by emerging green, climate and tech opportunities across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and Belt and Road economic corridors. As a vital part of this ecosystem, Hong Kong aims to provide the necessary financial infrastructure needed to mobilise global flows of sustainable finance into in these regions.

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The 2026 edition of Unlocking capital for sustainability – Hong Kong will bring together leaders from government, finance and industry to help shape the region’s – and by extension, the world’s – sustainable finance pathway.

Key Speakers

Thailand

Ambition to action: Accelerating Thailand’s transition

September 23, 2026

One Bangkok Forum, Bangkok

What we're talking about

Synopsis

Faced with its weakest economic growth in decades, Thailand is increasingly leveraging sustainable solutions and technologies to adapt to mounting climate risks while countering global trade and economic volatility. This ranges from channelling long-term finance into adaptation and disaster risk preparedness, to aligning ESG reporting standards and timelines to keep pace with accelerated net zero ambitions.  

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The 2026 edition of Unlocking capital for sustainability – Thailand forum will convene policymakers, investors and industry leaders to explore how the country can leverage innovation, finance and cross-sector collaboration to strengthen economic resilience through sustainability.

Key Speakers

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