Core Insights - The conference focused on climate investment and financing as a key lever to direct funds towards green and low-carbon sectors, aiming to explore a win-win path for ecological civilization and high-quality development in mega cities [1][3]. Group 1: Climate Investment and Financing - Climate investment and financing are recognized as essential for achieving a virtuous cycle of urban development and supporting the construction of beautiful cities [3]. - The Guangdong province is leading the way in innovative mechanisms for climate investment, establishing a provincial-level promotion mechanism and supporting Guangzhou in creating a multi-dimensional construction model [3][5]. - Guangzhou has integrated climate investment into its urban planning and governance processes, establishing a dedicated working group and a technical support unit for beautiful city construction [3][5]. Group 2: Innovative Practices and Financial Mechanisms - Guangzhou has developed a project library with nearly 100 billion yuan in total investment, facilitating the launch of eight projects and securing financing of nearly 10 billion yuan [5]. - The city’s green loan balance has surpassed 1.6 trillion yuan, with green bonds issued exceeding 259 billion yuan, showcasing the depth of green financial product innovation [5]. - The "Guangdong Carbon Label" pilot program has been initiated to enhance the competitiveness of local enterprises in international markets by managing carbon footprints [6]. Group 3: Ecological Restoration and Urban Resilience - The conference highlighted successful ecological restoration projects, such as the rehabilitation of wetlands in Macau, which have improved biodiversity and attracted rare bird species [4]. - The construction of climate-resilient cities has evolved into a comprehensive system that includes monitoring, natural solutions, and regional collaboration [4]. - The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area is implementing a high-precision monitoring network for disaster early warning and promoting nature-based solutions [4]. Group 4: Future Plans and Goals - The "Beautiful Guangzhou Construction Planning Outline" aims for significant achievements by 2027 and a harmonious coexistence between humans and nature by 2035, with 28 specific indicators set for implementation [14]. - The upcoming 2025 National Games in Guangzhou will focus on green, low-carbon, and sustainable practices, with a commitment to achieving carbon neutrality through various initiatives [15]. - The South China region is expected to enhance its ecological environment as a foundation for high-quality development, with a vision for a future city characterized by beautiful rivers, coastlines, and strategic platforms [15].

Core Insights - The joint research report by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) highlights the growth potential of labelled debt in supporting sustainable development in emerging markets [2][11] - The report indicates that sustainable debt markets in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and emerging Asia Pacific (APAC) regions are poised for significant expansion [2][5] Group 1: Market Potential - The research identifies that many issuers and borrowers are currently financing sustainable projects using unlabelled instruments, indicating a gap in the market for labelled debt [2][5] - Opportunities for market expansion include government guidance to facilitate market entry, increased corporate issuance, and broader applications of sustainable debt beyond traditional labels [3][5] Group 2: Regulatory Support - Regulators in MENA and emerging APAC are increasingly backing the development of transition and social finance frameworks, along with stronger disclosure standards and innovative sustainable financial instruments [5][6] - The UAE's initiatives, such as the UAE Energy Strategy 2050 and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, aim to diversify the energy mix and establish the UAE as a regional hub for green finance [6] Group 3: Case Studies and Insights - The report includes case studies on innovative sustainable finance, featuring a blue bond from DP World, a sustainability-linked loan bond from Emirates NDB, and a long-tenor green bond and loan from MTR Corporation Limited [5] - Mark Steward, Chief Executive of the DFSA, noted a record issuance of US$94 billion in 2024, reflecting growing investor confidence in sustainable debt markets [10]

Group 1 - The company Klépierre has issued a €500 million inaugural green bond with a 12-year maturity and a coupon of 3.75%, marking the longest tenor for a European REIT in the euro debt capital markets since 2022 [2] - This issuance reflects strong investor demand for Klépierre's long-term bonds, which are rated in the A range, the highest levels within the European listed real estate sector [2] Group 2 - Klépierre is recognized as the European leader in shopping malls, focusing exclusively on continental Europe, with a portfolio valued at €20.6 billion as of June 30, 2025 [3] - The company's shopping centers attract over 700 million visitors annually and are located in more than 10 countries across Continental Europe [3] - Klépierre is listed on Euronext Paris and included in various indexes, such as CAC Next 20 and EPRA Euro Zone, as well as ethical indexes like CAC SBT 1.5 and MSCI Europe ESG Leaders, highlighting its commitment to sustainable development and climate change initiatives [3]

Group 1 - AUGA group, AB issued its first tranche of green bonds in December 2019 and is required to publish an annual report on the use of funds [1] - The Green Bond Report provides an overview of the allocation of funds raised as of December 31, 2024 [1]

Core Viewpoint - Sustainable Fitch has published its first sustainability rating report on Akropolis Group, assigning it a rating of 2 points on a scale of 1 to 5, indicating very good performance in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) areas [1]. Group 1: ESG Performance - The ESG report evaluates both overall performance in ESG areas and the management of sustainability-related financial risks [2]. - The CEO of Akropolis Group stated that the rating reflects efficient management of environmental, social, and governance risks [2]. - The report highlights the company's commitment to sustainability as a key priority, demonstrating progress in all ESG areas [3]. Group 2: Sustainability Goals - The high rating from Sustainable Fitch is attributed to the consistent approach in implementing sustainability goals set by the company last year [4]. - At the beginning of the year, Akropolis Group introduced the Green Financing Framework, linking sustainability objectives with financial activities [5]. Group 3: Green Financing Initiatives - Following the Green Financing Framework, Akropolis Group issued its first EUR 350 million 5-year green bond with a 6.000% annual interest rate in May 2025 [6]. - The bonds are listed on Nasdaq Vilnius and Euronext Dublin stock exchanges [6].

Group 1 - The statutory auditors report on Green Bond allocation was published on June 17, 2025 [1] - The report is accessible on the Mobilize Financial Services website [1]

Core Viewpoint - Aker ASA and Aker Horizons ASA are merging, with Aker Horizons Holding AS merging into Aker ASA's subsidiary, Aker MergerCo, providing shareholders of Aker Horizons with shares in Aker ASA and cash as consideration [1][10]. Group 1: Merger Details - The merger will provide Aker Horizons shareholders with 0.001898 shares in Aker ASA and NOK 0.267963 in cash for each share owned in Aker Horizons, based on a 30-day volume weighted average share price [1][10]. - The merger is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2025, subject to certain conditions including shareholder approval and third-party consents [1][14]. - Aker Horizons will distribute shares in AKH Holding as a dividend in kind to its shareholders prior to the merger completion [3]. Group 2: Financial Implications - Aker Horizons has decided to redeem its NOK 2.5 billion Green Bond at a call price of 100.37% of par, utilizing existing cash reserves, which will reduce future cash interest costs [4]. - The merger is a strategic response to significant market uncertainty and funding challenges faced by Aker Horizons, which has substantial debt maturing in the next 12 months [5][6]. - Aker ASA will settle the merger consideration using treasury shares and/or new shares issued under board authorizations [11]. Group 3: Future Strategy - Post-merger, Aker ASA aims to manage the value of AKH Holdings' investments, focusing on key areas such as South Africa, Australia, and potential data center developments in Narvik [7][9]. - The Board of Aker Horizons will define the future strategy and structure following the merger completion [9]. - The merger reflects a need to adapt to a changed market environment, particularly in green energy and industrial markets, which have made capital raising more challenging [8].